Adenosma indiana
Adenosma indiana, commonly known as the Indian Adenosmance, is a significant medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Valued in traditional herbal medicine, it possesses unique phytochemical properties used to treat various ailments. Understanding its therapeutic potential offers valuable insights into natural healing and the diverse biodiversity of indigenous flora.
- Scientific name: Adenosma indiana
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Plantaginaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Adenosmama.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Plantaginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Adenosma | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range across several key regions of Asia. In China, its distribution is widespread, spanning the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, the species can be found growing in the state of Assam. Additionally, it is documented to inhabit parts of Bangladesh. Together, these locations highlight the plant's presence across both East and South Asian landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Activities
Adenosma indiana has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Insect-Repellent.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Insect-Repellent | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |