Palasam: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Palasam 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 DrugsPalasam [பலாசம்] in the Tamil language is the name of a plant identified with Butea monosperma (Lam.) Taub. from the Fabaceae (Pea) family having the following synonyms: Butea frondosa, Butea braamania, Plaso monosperma. For the possible medicinal usage of palasam, 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.
Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)1) Palasam in India is the name of a plant defined with Butea monosperma in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Rudolphia frondosa (Willd.) Poir. (among others).
2) Palasam is also identified with Erythrina variegata It has the synonym Gelala alba Rumphius (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Bulletin of the Botanical Survey of India (1961)
· Flora of the Presidency of Madras (1918)
· Encycl. (Lamarck) (1804)
· Familles des Plantes (1763)
· Asiatic Researches (1792)
· Ethnobotany (2001)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Palasam, for example side effects, extract dosage, health benefits, diet and recipes, chemical composition, pregnancy safety, have a look at these references.
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Palasamu, Palasamudra, Palasamudratiga, Palashambha, Palashamula.
Ends with: Nipalasham, Tiripalacam.
Full-text: Vatapotam, Palasmurukkan, Vanapattiyam, Palacu, Mekanatam, Mullu-murukku, Cira, Valli, Murukku.
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