Soumya: 1 definition
Introduction:
Soumya 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) Soumya in India is the name of a plant defined with Citrullus colocynthis in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Colocynthis vulgaris Schrad. (among others).
2) Soumya is also identified with Sarcostemma acidum It has the synonym Asclepias acida Roxburgh (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Allgemeine Naturgeschichte
· Flora Indica (1832)
· Die Natürlichen Pflanzenfamilien (1895)
· Journal of Natural Products (2005)
· Prodromus Florae Novae Hollandiae (1810)
· Hortus Suburbanus Calcuttensis (1845)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Soumya, for example side effects, extract dosage, diet and recipes, chemical composition, pregnancy safety, health benefits, 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: Soumyagandha.
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Search found 18 books and stories containing Soumya; (plurals include: Soumyas). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Marma-sastra and Ayurveda (study) (by C. Suresh Kumar)
Panchabhautik Composition of Marma < [Part 1 - Introduction]
Study of Kurcha Marma < [Part 2 - Study of Marmas]
Study of Bahvi or Urvi Marma < [Part 2 - Study of Marmas]
World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
Review on central aortic pressure as a predictor of cardiovascular risk. < [2020: Volume 9, February issue 2]
"In-vitro Study of Glimepiride Nanosuspension via Precipitation" < [2020: Volume 9, November issue 14]
Antibacterial activity of Thymus vulgaris oil from Morocco against 10 bacteria. < [2015: Volume 4, May issue 5]
Significance of Katikataruna Marma: An Ayurvedic Vital Energy Center < [Volume 11, Issue 2: March-April 2024]
Ethno-medico-botany of moodabidri range with reference to respiratory disorders < [Volume 5, Issue 4: July - August 2018]
Study nishakanak kalka lepa's efficacy for cyclic mastalgia. < [Volume 8, Issue 2: March - April 2021]
Cidgaganacandrika (study) (by S. Mahalakshmi)
Verse 213 [Status of Jīva in Śṛṣṭi and Sthiti] < [Chapter 4 - Fourth Vimarśa]
Mundaka Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary (by S. Sitarama Sastri)
Verse 2.1.10 < [Mundaka II, Khanda I]
Thirty minor Upanishads (by K. Narayanasvami Aiyar)