Lignum vitae: 1 definition
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Lignum vitae 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) Lignum vitae in Common names is the name of a plant defined with Guaiacum sanctum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Guaiacum guatemalense Planch. ex Rydb..
2) Lignum vitae in English is also identified with Guaiacum officinale It has the synonym Guajacum officinale L..
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Sloane, Hans, Sir (1660–1753),
· Bot. Commel. (1983)
· Fieldiana, Botany (1946)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
· A voyage to the islands Madera, Barbados, Nieves, S. Christophers and Jamaica (1707)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Lignum vitae, for example pregnancy safety, chemical composition, extract dosage, health benefits, diet and recipes, side effects, 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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