Astrohibiscus caesius
Astrohibiscus caesius, commonly known as the Blue Hibiscus, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its therapeutic properties. Native to specific tropical regions, this shrub features striking blue blossoms. It is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and provide antioxidant benefits for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Astrohibiscus caesius
- Family: Malvaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malvales. Finally, it is a member of the family Malvaceae within the genus Astrohibiscus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Astrohibiscus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Astrohibiscus caesius, is known by various regional names across different linguistic groups. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Blue Hibiscus, while in Chinese, it is known as Lan Hua. In Vietnamese, it is called Hoa Lan, and in Malay, the plant is referred to as Bunga Biru.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide distribution across several regions of the African continent. In East Tropical Africa, its presence is noted within the borders of Tanzania. Moving toward the southern regions, it can be found throughout various parts of South Tropical Africa. Specifically, the species is documented in Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique. Finally, its geographical range extends to include the country of Zambia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zambia | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Botswana | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Caprivi Strip | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Activities
Astrohibiscus caesius has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |