Andrographis lineata
Andrographis lineata, commonly known as a medicinal herb in traditional practices, is a significant member of the Acanthaceae family. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is studied for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, offering promising insights into natural treatments for various health conditions and ailments.
- Scientific name: Andrographis lineata
- Family: Acanthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Acanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Andrographis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Andrographis lineata, is recognized by various names depending on the region and language. In Tamil, it is commonly referred to as பெரியா நங்கை (Periya Nangai).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ta | பெரியா நங்கை | Wikidata |
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Chemicals
Andrographis lineata has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include acetone, chloroform, ethyl acetate, hexane, methanol.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| acetone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chloroform | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |