Ngungu: 1 definition
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Ngungu 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)
1) Ngungu in Central African Republic is the name of a plant defined with Megaphrynium macrostachyum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Phrynium macrophyllum Baker (among others).
2) Ngungu in Sierra Leone is also identified with Pennisetum polystachion It has the synonym Panicum erubescens Willd. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Journal of the Indian Botanical Society (1989)
· Das Pflanzenreich (1902)
· Repertorium Specierum Novarum Regni Vegetabilis, Beihefte (1930)
· Fl. W. Trop. Afr. (1936)
· Enumeratio Plantarum Horti Regii Berolinensis Altera
· Fl. Novo-Galic. (1983)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Ngungu, for example extract dosage, side effects, chemical composition, health benefits, pregnancy safety, 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.
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Search found 4 books and stories containing Ngungu; (plurals include: Ngungus). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Fish Farming Activities in Mbanza-Ngungu < [Volume 16, Issue 17 (2024)]
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Departure of a Prophet: Death and Legacy of Simon Kimbangu < [Volume 42 (1976)]