Malu-malu: 1 definition
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Malu-malu 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) Malu-malu in Borneo is the name of a plant defined with Mimosa pudica 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 Mill. (among others).
2) Malu-malu in Malaysia is also identified with Mimosa balansae It has the synonym Mimosa pudica var. unijuga (Duchass. & Walp.) Griseb. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Species Plantarum.
· Brenesia (1980)
· Abhandlungen der Königlichen Gesellschaft der Wissenschaften zu Göttingen (1857)
· Nova Genera et Species Plantarum (1823)
· Linnaea (1850)
· Species Plantarum (1753)
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Malu.
Starts with: Malumaluppu.
Ends with: Rumput malu-malu.
Full-text: Rumput malu-malu.
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