Argemone subfusiformis
Argemone subfusiformis, commonly known as the subfuscent prickly poppy, is a distinctive medicinal herb belonging to the Papaveraceae family. Found primarily in tropical regions, this plant is valued in traditional medicine for its bioactive alkaloids. Research focuses on its potential therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial applications.
- Scientific name: Argemone subfusiformis
- Family: Papaveraceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Argemone subfusiformis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Ranunculales. Finally, it is a member of the Papaveraceae family and falls under the genus Argemone.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Papaveraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Argemone | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Argemone subfusiformis, is recognized by various names in the Arabic language, including أرجمون شبه مغزلى and خشخاش شائك شبه مغزلى.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | أرجمون شبه مغزلي | Wikidata |
| ar | خشخاش شائك شبه مغزلي | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical range across several continents and diverse environments. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it is naturally found throughout India. Its presence extends to Australia, where it inhabits the regions of New South Wales and South Australia, as well as the Norfolk Islands. Additionally, the species can be located in Western South America, specifically within Bolivia. This distribution highlights the plant's ability to establish itself in various global territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Australia | Norfolk Is. | WCVP |
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | South Australia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Argemone subfusiformis, is characterized by its distinct morphological features, particularly within its aerial part. The aerial part of the specimen comprises the entire structure above the ground, including the stems and reproductive organs. A key feature of this structure is the leaves, which are typically arranged in a way that supports the plant's growth and photosynthetic needs. Together, these components make up the visible portion of the plant used in various botanical studies and medicinal observations.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial part | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Argemone subfusiformis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include polyphenols, saponins.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Argemone subfusiformis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Argemone subfusiformis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |