Maranon: 1 definition
Introduction:
Maranon 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) Maranon in South America is the name of a plant defined with Anacardium occidentale in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Cassuvium pomiferum Lam., nom. illeg. (among others).
2) Maranon in Southern America is also identified with Anacardium excelsum It has the synonym Rhinocarpus excelsus Bertero & Balb. ex Kunth (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· AAU Reports (1990)
· Oecologia (2004)
· Encyclopédie Méthodique, Botanique (Lamarck) (1783)
· Flora of Ecuador (1987)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1988)
· Tree Physiol. (2002)
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Maranon japones, Maranonmada, Maranonmukha.
Ends with: Jocote maranon.
Full-text: Jocote maranon, Maranon japones.
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