siris: 3 definitions
Introduction:
siris means something in the history of ancient India, 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.
India history and geography
Source: Shodhganga: Deforestation in Nagaland: a historical perspectivesiris is the name of a plant corresponding to Albizzia lebbec — Ka, according to the author Lanukumla Ao in his thesis “Deforestation in Nagaland”, mentioning the source: Annual Administrative Report 2012-2013.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
Biology (plants and animals)
Source: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsSiris [ਸਿਰਿਸ] in the Punjabi language is the name of a plant identified with Albizia chinensis (Osbeck) Merr. from the Mimosaceae (Touch-me-not) family having the following synonyms: Acacia stipulacea, Mimosa chinensis, Albizia stipulata. For the possible medicinal usage of siris, 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) Siris in English is the name of a plant defined with Albizia lebbeck in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Feuilleea lebbek Kuntze (among others).
2) Siris is also identified with Albizia odoratissima It has the synonym Acacia lomatocarpa DC. (etc.).
3) Siris in India is also identified with Albizia chinensis It has the synonym Inga purpurascens Hassk. (etc.).
4) Siris is also identified with Albizia procera It has the synonym Acacia elata Voigt (etc.).
5) Siris is also identified with Dalbergia latifolia It has the synonym Lonchocarpus latifolius (Roxb.) Kunth (etc.).
6) Siris in Malaysia is also identified with Albizia lebbekoides It has the synonym Pithecellobium myriophyllum Gagnep. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Plants of the Coast of Coromandel (1799)
· Fl. China (2010)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1995)
· Cytologia (2000)
· Philippine Journal of Science (1910)
· A Numerical List of Dried Specimens (5243)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Siris, for example extract dosage, health benefits, chemical composition, diet and recipes, side effects, pregnancy safety, 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 (+30): Shirisamudra, Shirisha, Shirishabija, Shirishacarman, Shirishadi, Shirishaka, Shirishakusuma, Shirisham, Shirishapancaka, Shirishaparna, Shirishapattra, Shirishapattrika, Shirishaphala, Shirishapushpa, Shirishara, Shirisharalokeshvara, Shirishasthi, Shirishatvac, Shirishi, Shirishika.
Ends with (+20): Biliti-siris, Black siris, Burmese siris, Chapot-siris, Dun siris, Forest siris, Ghoge siris, Gulabi-siris, Kaalo-siris, Kakur siris, Kakur-siris, Kala siris, Kala-siris, Kalasiris, Kali siris, Kaliasiris, Kalo siris, Kalo-siris, Krishna-siris, Nari siris.
Full-text (+49): Silk siris, Siris safed, Pink siris tree, Nari siris, Pink siris, Saed siris, Chapot-siris, Forest siris, Rato siris, Tukhme siris, Dun siris, Kali siris, Sethu siris, White siris tree, Vilayati siris, Pandhra siris, Siris kala, Seto siris, Ghoge siris, Sufed siris.
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Search found 3 books and stories containing siris; (plurals include: sirises). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine) (by Hin-tak Sik)
Medicines (g): Decoctions/Astringent Medicines (Kasāva/Kaṣāya) < [Chapter 4 - Medicinal Substances in the Chapter on Medicine]
Dermatology (a): Itching Lesions < [Chapter 5 - Diseases and Treatments in the Chapter on Medicine]
Medicines (k): Medicinal Powders < [Chapter 4 - Medicinal Substances in the Chapter on Medicine]
Charaka Samhita (English translation) (by Shree Gulabkunverba Ayurvedic Society)
Chapter 23 - The therapeutics of Toxicosis (visha-cikitsa) < [Cikitsasthana (Cikitsa Sthana) — Section on Therapeutics]
Chapter 9 - The therapeutics of Insanity (unmada-cikitsa) < [Cikitsasthana (Cikitsa Sthana) — Section on Therapeutics]
Chapter 27d - The group of vegetables (Shaka) < [Sutrasthana (Sutra Sthana) — General Principles]
Kathasaritsagara (the Ocean of Story) (by Somadeva)
Introductory Remarks (to the Vetālapañcaviṃśati) < [Appendix 6.1 - The Twenty-five Tales of a Vetāla]