Maguey: 1 definition
Introduction:
Maguey 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) Maguey in English is the name of a plant defined with Agave americana in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Agave felina Trel. (among others).
2) Maguey is also identified with Agave cantala It has the synonym Agave candelabrum Tod. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Cytologia (1987)
· Hamburger Garten- und Blumenzeitung (1865)
· Hortus Bengalensis (1814)
· Index Pl. Succ. Hort. Dyck.: (1829)
· Inst. Rei Herb. (1766)
· Cytologia (1983)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Maguey, 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.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Maguey de sisal, Maguey liso, Maguey mexicana, Maguey of the woods.
Ends with: House maguey, Manila maguey, Mescal maguey, Pine maguey, Stick maguey.
Full-text: Maguey mexicana, Pine maguey, Stick maguey, Maguey de sisal, Mescal maguey, Maguey liso, Maguey of the woods, Manila maguey, House maguey, Erythrina americana.
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