Andrographis lineata
Andrographis lineata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Andrographis lineata, is a distinguished medicinal herb belonging to the Acanthaceae family. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized in various herbal practices to support immune health and combat inflammation. Its unique phytochemical profile offers significant potential for modern therapeutic applications.
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Andrographis Lineata Var. Lawii
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Andrographis lineataSynonyms
- Andrographis lineata var. lawii
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Andrographis lineata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Acanthaceae and the genus Andrographis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Andrographis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Andrographis lineata, possesses a specific and focused geographical range. Within the vast landscape of the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is primarily documented in India. This distribution suggests that the species is adapted to the particular climatic and soil conditions found in this region. Because its known habitat is limited to this area, it remains a significant part of local botanical studies. Understanding this localized occurrence is essential for the conservation and study of the species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Andrographis lineata has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROFORM, ETHYL ACETATE, HEXANE, acetone, methanol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CHLOROFORM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ETHYL ACETATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HEXANE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acetone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CHLOROFORM
- Parasitology research
ETHYL ACETATE
- Parasitology research
HEXANE
- Parasitology research
acetone
- Parasitology research
methanol
- Parasitology research