kaṇavīra

Nerium odorum, oleander, the flower of which is frequently used in the garland worn by criminals when led to the place of execution (cp Rouse, J. trsl. iv.119 and Mṛcchakaṭika X. beginning diṇṇa-kalavīla-dāme. See also under kaṇṭha) Vism.183 (n); Dhs-a.317; Snp-a.283; Vv-a.177; cp. next.

Sk. karavīra