Sheng ma: 1 definition
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Sheng ma 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) Sheng ma in China is the name of a plant defined with Actaea spicata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Actaea spicata var. nigra L. (among others).
2) Sheng ma is also identified with Cimicifuga foetida It has the synonym Cimicifuga foetida Pursh, nom. illeg. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Chromosome Information Service (1985)
· Kalmia (1982)
· Botaničeskij Žurnal (1990)
· Taxon (1980)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
· Hessische Floristische Briefe (1984)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Sheng ma, for example extract dosage, health benefits, side effects, pregnancy safety, chemical composition, 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)
Partial matches: Ma.
Ends with: Jia sheng ma.
Full-text: Jia sheng ma.
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