Khian: 1 definition
Introduction:
Khian 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)Khian in Thailand is the name of a plant defined with Melia azedarach in various botanical sources. This page contains potential references in Ayurveda, modern medicine, and other folk traditions or local practices It has the synonym Azedaraca amena Raf. (among others).
Example references for further research on medicinal uses or toxicity (see latin names for full list):
· Journal of Cytology and Genetics (1984)
· Prodromus Stirpium in Horto ad Chapel Allerton vigentium (1796)
· Biodiversidad del estado de Tabasco (2005)
· Revisio Generum Plantarum (1891)
· Botanical Magazine (1904)
· Indian Assimilation in the Franciscan Area of Nueva Vizcaya. (1979)
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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: Khiang, Khiang kham, Khiang-zo, Khiangzo.
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Search found 1 books and stories containing Khian; (plurals include: Khians). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Tibetan tales (derived from Indian sources) (by W. R. S. Ralston)