Makahia: 1 definition
Introduction:
Makahia 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) Makahia in Philippines is the name of a plant defined with Mimosa balansae in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Mimosa pudica L. (among others).
2) Makahia is also identified with Mimosa pudica It has the synonym Mimosa tetrandra Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Gardeners Dictionary, ed. 8 (1768)
· The Gardeners Dictionary
· Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden (1989)
· Bulletin de l’Herbier Boissier (1904)
· Linnaea (1850)
· Brenesia (1980)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Makahia, for example health benefits, extract dosage, side effects, diet and recipes, chemical composition, 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: Makahiang lalake.
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