'Mallotus Philippinensis' definitions:
Definition of 'Mallotus Philippinensis'
- Kamala \Ka*ma"la\, n. (Bot.)
The red dusty hairs of the capsules of an East Indian tree
(Mallotus Philippinensis) used for dyeing silk. It is
violently emetic, and is used in the treatment of tapeworm.
[Written also kameela.]
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