Alectra parasitica subsp. chitrakutensis
Alectra parasitica subsp. chitrakutensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Alectra parasiticca subsp. chitrakutenensis, is a unique medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Primarily recognized for its distinct parasitic nature, this subspecies offers significant therapeutic potential. Exploring its bioactive compounds provides vital insights into natural pharmacology, offering promising avenues for future holistic medical advancements.
- Family
- Orobanchaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Rhizome
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Alectra Chitrakutensis · Alectra Parasitica Var. Chitrakutensis
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Alectra parasitica subsp. chitrakutensisSynonyms
- Alectra chitrakutensis
- Alectra parasitica var. chitrakutensis
Sources: Wikidata
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 Orobanchaceae and the genus Alectra. Specifically, this organism is identified as the subspecies chitrakutensis of the species Alectra parasiticus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Orobanchaceae |
| Genus | Alectra |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, Alectra parasitica subsp. chitrakutensis, exhibits a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is confined primarily to the vast region known as the Indian Subcontinent. Within this territory, the species is documented to grow specifically in India. Because its distribution is so localized, it is considered an endemic variety to this particular area. Consequently, the plant's presence is strictly tied to the unique environmental conditions found across the Indian landscape.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Alectra parasitica subsp. chitrakutensis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include rhizome.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Rhizome
- Natural product research
Chemicals
Alectra parasitica subsp. chitrakutensis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Azafrin, Mussaenoside, Rehmaionoside C.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Azafrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mussaenoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rehmaionoside C | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Azafrin
- Natural product research
Mussaenoside
- Natural product research
Rehmaionoside C
- Natural product research
Conditions
Alectra parasitica subsp. chitrakutensis has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include fever, insulin resistance.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fever | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Insulin resistance | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fever
- Natural product research
Insulin resistance
- Natural product research