mallika :
Definition
Etymologically, it derives from the two Filipino words: sumpa and kita (I promise you)The botanic name sambac is derived from a misapplication of the Sanskrit name champaka, which refers to the fragrant flowered shrub Michelia champaca. The name Jasmine is derived from the Persian Yasmin meaning Gift from God. Jasmine flowers are used in many religious occasions as offerings to Gods.
Synonyms
Synonyms in Ayurveda: mallika, varshiki, vaarshiki , Nava-Mallikaa, Shita-bhiru, Madyantikaa, Vaarshiki and MadayantiIn Hawaii, the flower is known as pīkake, and are used to make fragrant leis. The name pīkake is derived from the Hawaiian word for "Peacock", because the Hawaiian Princess Kaʻiulani was fond of both the flowers and the bird.
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- » Chemical Constituents of mallika
- » Standardization of mallika
- » Parts used and Dosage of mallika
- » Morphology and Histology of mallika
- » Distribution and Conservation of mallika
- » Cultivation of mallika
- » mallika in the market
- » Medicinal Uses of mallika
- » Researches and clinical trails of mallika
- » mallika in other sytems of medicine
- » Ayurvedic formulations with mallika
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