Thor: 2 definitions

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Introduction:

Thor 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 Drugs

Thor in the Oriya language is the name of a plant identified with Euphorbia neriifolia L. from the Euphorbiaceae (Castor) family having the following synonyms: Euphorbia edulis, Euphorbia pentagona. For the possible medicinal usage of thor, 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.

Thor [थोर] in the Hindi language is the name of a plant identified with Euphorbia caducifolia Haines from the Euphorbiaceae (Castor) family.

Thor [थोर] in the Hindi language is the name of a plant identified with Euphorbia nivulia Buch.-Ham. from the Euphorbiaceae (Castor) family having the following synonyms: Euphorbia neriifolia Roxb., Euphorbia helicothele.

Thor in the Marathi language, ibid. previous identification.

Source: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)

1) Thor in India is the name of a plant defined with Euphorbia caducifolia in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices.

2) Thor is also identified with Euphorbia neriifolia It has the synonym Tithymalus edulis (Lour.) H. Karst. (etc.).

3) Thor is also identified with Euphorbia nivulia It has the synonym Euphorbia neriifolia Roxb., nom. illeg. (etc.).

4) Thor is also identified with Euphorbia royleana It has the synonym Euphorbia pentagona Royle, nom. illeg. (etc.).

5) Thor is also identified with Euphorbia tirucalli It has the synonym Tirucalia indica Raf. (etc.).

Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):

· Kirkia (1973)
· Calyx (1996)
· Bulletin du Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle (1899)
· Flora Indica (1832)
· Plantae Novae Hispaniae. (1893)
· Bulletin du Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle (1905)

If you are looking for specific details regarding Thor, for example side effects, chemical composition, pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, extract dosage, health benefits, have a look at these references.

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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.

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Search found 12 books and stories containing Thor; (plurals include: Thors). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:

Part 76 - The Throndhjem People Baptized < [Chapter VI - King Olaf Trygvason's Saga]

Part 19 - Battle In Hafersfjord < [Chapter III - Harald Harfager's Saga]

Part 118 - The Story Of Dale-gudbrand < [Chapter VII - Saga Of Olaf Haraldson]

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Text 21.3 (Commentary) < [Chapter 21 (Text And Commentary)]

Text 5.5 (Commentary) < [Chapter 5 (text and commentary)]

Text 21.7 (Commentary) < [Chapter 21 (Text And Commentary)]

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Appendix 6 - Miracles of generosity accomplished by the Buddha in his past existences < [Chapter IV - Explanation of the Word Bhagavat]

Appendix 2 - The story of king Mūrdhaja (Māndhātar) < [Chapter XXVI - Exertion]

3. The six virtues (pāramitā) < [Part 4 - The Bodhisattva in the Abhidharma system]

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