Androsace foliosa
Androsace folioosa, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a distinguished species native to specific subtropical forest understories. Renowned for its unique morphological characteristics and potent phytochemical properties, this plant holds significant potential in ethnobotany, offering promising therapeutic applications for various traditional healing practices and modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Androsace foliosa
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ericales, specifically within the family Primulaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Androsace.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Primulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Androsace | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Androsace folioosa, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the many-leaved androsace, while in Spanish, it is called androsace de hojas múltiples. In the context of Portuguese, it is identified as androsace de muitas folhas.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within the Indian Subcontinent. Its presence is primarily recorded in the mountainous terrain of Pakistan. Additionally, it can be found growing throughout the West Himalaya range. These specific locations define its natural ecological boundaries. Consequently, its geographical distribution is concentrated within these distinct South Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Androsace foliosa, is characterized primarily by its distinct foliage, as the leaves serve as a key identifying feature of the species. These leaves are typically arranged along the stem and are essential to the plant's physiological functions, including photosynthesis and nutrient production. In the context of its medicinal properties, the leaf structure and composition are often the focus of botanical study and traditional applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Androsace foliosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include n-hexane.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| n-hexane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Androsace foliosa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Abortifacient.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Abortifacient | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |