Laghu-patra: 2 definitions
Introduction:
Laghu-patra 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)
: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsLaghu-patra [लघ� पत्र] in the Sanskrit language is the name of a plant identified with Podophyllum hexandrum Royle from the Berberidaceae (Barberry) family having the following synonyms: Sinopodophyllum hexandrum, Podophyllum emodi. For the possible medicinal usage of laghu-patra, you can check this page for potential sources and references, although be aware that any some or none of the side-effects may not be mentioned here, wether they be harmful or beneficial to health.
: Google Books: CRC World Dictionary (Regional names)Laghu patra in Nepal is the name of a plant defined with Podophyllum emodi in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Podophyllum emodi Wall., nom. nud. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Ethnobotany (2005)
· Numer. List (1829)
· Acta Phytotaxonomica Sinica (1979)
· Genetica (1990)
· Records of the Botanical Survey of India (1953)
· Beaut. Fl. Kash. (1928)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Laghu patra, for example chemical composition, pregnancy safety, diet and recipes, health benefits, extract dosage, 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: Laghupatraka.
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World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
Medicinal plant distribution in Arunachal's Kurung Kumey, East and West Kameng. < [2015: Volume 4, September issue 9]