Aristolochia saccata
Aristolochia saccata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Aristolochia saccata, is a unique medicinal plant belonging to the Aristolochiaceae family. Found in specific tropical regions, it has been utilized in traditional medicine for centuries. However, researchers urge caution, as many species in this genus contain nephrotoxic compounds that pose significant health risks.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Aristolochia saccataDistribution
This plant is primarily found across several regions within the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, its natural range includes the state of Assam and the country of Bangladesh. It can also be discovered throughout the East Himalaya and across Nepal. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the Indo-China region, specifically within Myanmar. Together, these locations define the distinct geographical footprint of Aristolochia saccata.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Ecology
The ecology of Aristolochia saccata is characterized by a highly specialized and narrow altitudinal distribution, specifically localized within a precise elevational range. This species is strictly confined to high-altitude environments, occurring at a consistent elevation of 2000 m AMSL. Because the minimum and maximum values of its elevational range both converge at 2000 m AMSL, the plant occupies a very specific ecological niche, likely dictated by unique microclimatic conditions, soil compositions, or temperature gradients found only at this particular altitude. Such a restricted altitudinal profile suggests that the species is highly adapted to the environmental pressures of its specific montane habitat.
- Elevational range max:
- 2000 m AMSL
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Aristolochia saccata has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Heliyon
Conditions
Aristolochia saccata has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include wound.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Wound | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Wound
- Heliyon
Preparations
Aristolochia saccata has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanolic leaf extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Methanolic leaf extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Methanolic leaf extract
- Heliyon