Mukkuttikkodi: 2 definitions
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Mukkuttikkodi means something in biology. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsMukkuttikkodi in the Tamil language is the name of a plant identified with Commicarpus chinensis (L.) Heim. in Engler u. Prantl from the Nyctaginaceae (Bougainvillea) family having the following synonyms: Boerhavia chinensis, Boerhavia repanda, Valeriana chinensis. For the possible medicinal usage of mukkuttikkodi, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
Mukkuttikkodi in the Tamil language is the name of a plant identified with Commicarpus helenae (J. A. Schult.) Meikle from the Nyctaginaceae (Bougainvillea) family having the following synonyms: Boerhavia helenae, Boerhavia scandens, Boerhavia stellata.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Mukkuttikkodi in India is the name of a plant defined with Boerhavia verticillata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Commicarpus verticillatus (Poir.) Standl. (among others).
2) Mukkuttikkodi is also identified with Commicarpus chinensis It has the synonym Boerhavia repanda Willd. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora orientalis
· Numer. List (6772)
· Encyclopedie Méthodique. Botanique … (1804)
· Contributions from the United States National Herbarium (1909)
· Webbia (1992)
· Beitrag zur Flora Aethiopiens (1867)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Mukkuttikkodi, for example health benefits, side effects, extract dosage, pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, chemical composition, have a look at these references.
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