Acrotrema uniflorum
Acrotrema uniflorum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (20 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Acrotrema uniflorum, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique bioactive properties. Often found in specific tropical ecosystems, this species is increasingly studied for its potential therapeutic applications. Understanding its botanical characteristics and traditional uses offers vital insights into developing modern natural remedies.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Acrotrema uniflorumDistribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Within the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is notably localized. Specifically, its natural distribution can be found within the borders of Sri Lanka. This narrow habitat suggests that the species may be endemic to this particular island region. Consequently, its occurrence is restricted to these specific tropical surroundings.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
Chemicals
Acrotrema uniflorum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include betulinic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| betulinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
betulinic acid
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Acrotrema uniflorum has 18 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticarcinomic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiedemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimalarial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimelanomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |