Retem: 1 definition
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Retem 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) Retem in Arabic is the name of a plant defined with Retama raetam in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Genista rhodorhizoides Webb & Berth. (among others).
2) Retem in Niger is also identified with Leptadenia pyrotechnica It has the synonym Gymnema spartium (Wight) Wall. (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Flora AegyptiacoArabica (1775)
· Flora Aegyptiaco-Arabica (1775)
· Contributions to the Botany of India (1834)
· Haryana Journal of Horticultural Sciences (2004)
· Journal of Natural Products (2006)
· African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology (2008)
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See also (Relevant definitions)
Starts with: Retem behan.
Ends with: Karetem.
Full-text: Retem behan.
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