Ketepeng: 1 definition
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Ketepeng 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) Ketepeng in Indonesia is the name of a plant defined with Senna divaricata in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Cassia bifida Zoll. (among others).
2) Ketepeng is also identified with Senna alata It has the synonym Herpetica rumphiana (DC.) J. Presl (etc.).
3) Ketepeng in Malaysia is also identified with Cleome viscosa It has the synonym Polanisia orthocarpa Hochst. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Indian Journal of Medical Research (1978)
· Flora Brasiliensis (1865)
· Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2005)
· J. Palynol. (1980)
· The Gardeners Dictionary (1754)
· Cuscatlania (1989)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Ketepeng, for example extract dosage, diet and recipes, side effects, 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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Ketepeng hutan, Ketepeng kebo, Ketepeng kecil, Ketepeng tjina.
Full-text: Ketepeng hutan, Ketepeng tjina, Ketepeng kebo, Ketepeng kecil.
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