Amomum subulatum
Amomum subulatum, commonly known as a species of cardamom, is a medicinal plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Valued in traditional medicine, its aromatic rhizomes possess potent antioxidant, antimicrobial, and digestive properties. This botanical treasure is widely utilized to treat gastrointestinal ailments and enhance overall metabolic wellness naturally.
- Scientific name: Amomum subulatum
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Zingiberales, it is a member of the Zingiberaceae family. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Amomum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zingiberales | WCVP |
| Family | Zingiberaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Amomum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, it can be found throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories, as well as in the high-altitude areas of Tibet. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the state of Assam. Additionally, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Bangladesh. Together, these locations highlight the diverse ecological range occupied by Amomum subulatum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Amomum subulatum has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-cineole, flavonoids, Ascaridole, Carvacrol, Catechins.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-cineole | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ascaridole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Carvacrol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Catechins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pinocarvone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fatty acid esters | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Amomum subulatum has 3 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Amomum subulatum has 13 reported medicinal uses identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Enterobacter aerogenes, Proteus vulgaris, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella typhimurium, alcoholic liver disease.
- Total uses
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Enterobacter aerogenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Proteus vulgaris | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Salmonella typhimurium | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alcoholic liver disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glucose intolerance | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypertension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| metabolic syndrome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |