Ndungu: 1 definition
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Ndungu 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) Ndungu in Congo is the name of a plant defined with Senna alata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Cassia rumphiana (DC.) Bojer (among others).
2) Ndungu in Kenya is also identified with Commiphora africana It has the synonym Balsamodendrum africanum (A. Rich.) Arn. (etc.).
3) Ndungu is also identified with Lannea alata It has the synonym Odina alata Engl..
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2004)
· Florae Senegambiae Tentamen (1831)
· Blumea (2006)
· Annals of Natural History (1839)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1983)
· Cuscatlania (1989)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Ndungu, for example extract dosage, pregnancy safety, chemical composition, health benefits, side effects, diet and recipes, have a look at these references.
This sections includes definitions from the five kingdoms of living things: Animals, Plants, Fungi, Protists and Monera. It will include both the official binomial nomenclature (scientific names usually in Latin) as well as regional spellings and variants.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Ndungu ia kongo, Ndunguri.
Ends with: Mandungu, Mundungu, Omutundungu.
Full-text: Ndungu ia kongo.
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