Andrographis
Andrographis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Andrographis paniculata, is a potent medicinal herb widely used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine. Often called "King of Bitters," it is celebrated for its powerful anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and immune-boosting properties, making it a natural ally in supporting respiratory health and fighting infections.
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Indoneesiella · Erianthera
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
AndrographisSynonyms
- Indoneesiella
- Erianthera
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and order Lamiales, it is further categorized under the family Acanthaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identification is found within 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 exhibits a diverse range of habitats across several specific regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan provinces. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species can be found growing in the Assam region. Additionally, it is widely distributed throughout Bangladesh. Together, these locations define the primary geographical footprint of the Andrographis species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Andrographis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Andrographolide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Andrographolide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Andrographolide
- Chinese journal of natural medicines
Activities
Andrographis has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antiviral.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimicrobial
- Chinese journal of natural medicines
Antiviral
- Chinese journal of natural medicines
Conditions
Andrographis has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include viral disease, viral infections.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Viral disease | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Viral infections | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Viral disease
- Chinese journal of natural medicines
Viral infections
- Chinese journal of natural medicines
Preparations
Andrographis has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanolic extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Methanolic extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Methanolic extract
- RSC advances