Urukuka: 1 definition
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Urukuka 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) Urukuka in Burundi is the name of a plant defined with Alysicarpus glumaceus in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Hedysarum glumaceum Vahl (among others).
2) Urukuka is also identified with Alysicarpus rugosus It has the synonym Hedysarum rugosum Willdenow (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Bothalia (1988)
· Kirkia (1974)
· A Numerical List of Dried Specimens (5764)
· Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden (1994)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (1981)
· Flora AegyptiacoArabica (1775)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Urukuka, for example side effects, chemical composition, health benefits, extract dosage, pregnancy safety, 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.
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