Moonj: 2 definitions
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Moonj 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.
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: Wisdom Library: Local Names of Plants and DrugsMoonj [啶啶傕] in the Hindi language is the name of a plant identified with Saccharum bengalense Retz. from the Poaceae (Grass) family having the following synonyms: Erianthus munja, Saccharum munja, Saccharum sara. For the possible medicinal usage of moonj, 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)1) Moonj in India is the name of a plant defined with Saccharum arundinaceum in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Erianthus arundinaceus (Retz.) Jeswiet (among others).
2) Moonj is also identified with Saccharum bengalense It has the synonym Erianthus ciliaris var. ciliaris (etc.).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Mantissa Plantarum (1771)
· Observationes Botanicae (1789)
· Hortus Bengalensis, or a catalogue 鈥� (1814)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1987)
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1985)
· Nuovo Giornale Botanico Italiano, (1915)
If you are looking for specific details regarding Moonj, for example chemical composition, diet and recipes, pregnancy safety, side effects, health benefits, extract dosage, 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.
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Search found 1 books and stories containing Moonj; (plurals include: Moonjs). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Hitopadesha (English translation) (by Sir Edwin Arnold)
Chapter 6 - The Story of the Prince and the Procuress < [Book Two - The Parting of Friends]