Killukkirai, Kiḷḷukkīrai: 1 definition
Introduction:
Killukkirai 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) Killukkirai in India is the name of a plant defined with Amaranthus dubius in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Amaranthus dubius E.H.L. Krause (among others).
2) Killukkirai is also identified with Amaranthus retroflexus It has the synonym Galliaria retroflexa (L.) Nieuwl. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Botaniceskjij Žurnal SSSR
· Cornell Vet., (1966)
· Flore de Madagascar et des Comores (1954)
· Pl. Hort. Erlang. (1814)
· A Numerical List of Dried Specimens (6896)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Killukkirai, for example health benefits, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, extract dosage, side effects, chemical composition, 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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