Adina trichotoma
Adina trichotoma, commonly known as the slender-leaved Adinina, is a versatile medicinal plant native to various tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Adina trichotoma
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianaales, it is specifically classified under the family Rubiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Adina, specifically the species Adina trichotoma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Adina | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Adina trichotoma, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Ilocano (ilo) and Swedish (sv), it is called Metadina trichotoma, while in Sundanese (su), it is known as Ki Angrit. In Malay (ms), the plant is commonly identified as either Meraga or Pokok Meraga.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ilo | Metadina trichotoma | Wikidata |
| sv | Metadina trichotoma | Wikidata |
| su | Ki Angrit | Wikidata |
| ms | Meraga | Wikidata |
| ms | Pokok Meraga | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it is primarily found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it grows in both Assam and Bangladesh. Additionally, the species can be located within the Indo-China region, specifically in Cambodia. Together, these areas define the natural habitat and geographical range of Adina trichotoma.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Adina trichotoma, possesses various components that contribute to its botanical profile, though its medicinal significance is often centered on specific tissues. Among its structural elements, the bark is a notable part of the tree, forming a protective outer layer for the stem and branches. In many traditional applications involving similar species, different layers of the bark may be harvested for their chemical properties, reflecting the complex biological makeup of this woody perennial.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |