Muthwa: 1 definition
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Muthwa 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: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Muthwa in Southern Africa is the name of a plant defined with Syzygium cordatum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Eugenia cordata (Hochst. ex Krauss) Lawson, nom. illeg. (among others).
2) Muthwa is also identified with Syzygium guineense It has the synonym Eugenia owariensis P. Beauv. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Pl. Util. Col. Franç. (1886)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2005)
· Wissenschaftliche Ergebnisse der Deutschen Zentral-Afrika-Expedition 1907–1908, Botanik (1907)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1984)
· Niger Flora (1849)
· Flora (1844)
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Muthwana, Muthwaye.
Ends with: Udulmuthwa, Umdlumuthwa.
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