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Definition of Calumba
1. n. The root of a plant (Jateorrhiza Calumba, and probably Cocculus palmatus), indigenous in Mozambique. It has an unpleasantly bitter taste, and is used as a tonic and antiseptic.
Definition of Calumba
1. the root of an East African plant [n -S]
Medical Definition of Calumba
1. The dried root of Jateorrhiza palmata (family Menispermaceae), a tall climbing vine of east Africa; used as a bitter tonic. (05 Mar 2000)