Kampocam, Kāmpōcam: 1 definition
Introduction:
Kampocam means something in biology, Tamil. 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) Kampocam in India is the name of a plant defined with Abrus precatorius in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Abrus squamulosus E. Mey. (among others).
2) Kampocam is also identified with Cleome viscosa It has the synonym Lagansa alba Raf., nom. illeg. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· For. Fl. Punj. (1956)
· Leaflets of Philippine Botany (2574)
· Phytomedicine (2002)
· Taxon (1981)
· Verhandelingen van het bataviaasch genootschap van kunsten en wetenschappen (1790)
· Suppl. Meth. (Moench) (1802)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Kampocam, for example side effects, diet and recipes, extract dosage, chemical composition, health benefits, 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.
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