Ol-lerai: 1 definition
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Ol-lerai 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) Ol-lerai in East Africa is the name of a plant defined with Acacia elatior in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices.
2) Ol-lerai is also identified with Acacia kirkii It has the synonym Acacia nilotica (L.) Del. subsp. adstringens (Schumach. & Thonn.) Roberty var. kirkii (Oliv.) Roberty (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· The Gardeners Dictionary (1754)
· Australian Journal of Botany (1997)
· Flora of Tropical Africa (1871)
· Kew Bulletin (1922)
· Kew Bulletin (1957)
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