Alpinia roxburghii
Alpinia roxburghii, commonly known as Roxburgh's cardamom, is a perennial herb belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Native to subtropical regions, this aromatic plant is prized in traditional medicine for its potent bioactive compounds. It is widely utilized to treat digestive ailments, inflammation, and respiratory issues through its therapeutic properties.
- Scientific name: Alpinia roxburghii
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Alpinia roxburghii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Zingiberales. Finally, it is a member of the Zingiberaceae family and the genus Alpinia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zingiberales | WCVP |
| Family | Zingiberaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Alpinia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Alpinia roxburgii, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is often identified as the Roxburghia cardamom, while in Hindi, it is known as Kaunsh. Within the local botanical landscape of India, it is also called Alpinia in Bengali and is referred to as Roxburgia cardamom in Assamese.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range across several key regions in Asia. Within China, its distribution spans across the South-Central and Southeast territories. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, it is commonly found in the state of Assam. The species also inhabits the country of Bangladesh, contributing to its regional presence. Finally, its range extends into the mountainous terrain of the East Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | 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 |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Roxburg's cardamom, is a member of the Zingiberaceae family that holds significant medicinal value through its specific anatomical components. The most therapeutically potent part of the plant is the rhizome, which is extensively harvested and used in traditional medicine for its warming properties and ability to treat digestive ailments. Additionally, the seeds contained within its capsules are utilized for their aromatic and carminative qualities, contributing to the plant's overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| rhizome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Alpinia roxburghii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplatelet, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplatelet | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |