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Balanophora subcupularis

Balanophora subcupularis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Balanophora subcupularis, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Often found in specific ecological niches, this species is studied for its bioactive compounds. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical profile is essential for advancing natural pharmacology and developing new herbal treatments.

Family
Balanophoraceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Balanophora subcupularis

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Balanophora subcupularis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Santalales. It is further distinguished as a member of the family Balanophoraceae and the genus Balanophora.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Santalales
Family Balanophoraceae
Genus Balanophora

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning across several regions of East and Southeast Asia. Within China, its presence is recorded in both the South-Central and Southeast territories. The distribution extends further into Eastern Asia, where it can be found in Japan. Additionally, the species is located within the Indo-China region, specifically in Myanmar. Together, these areas define the natural habitat where Balanophora subcupularis thrives.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China China Southeast
Eastern Asia Japan
Indo-China Myanmar

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Balanophora subcupularis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-6,7-dihydroxy-1,2-dihydro-2,3-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid, TAXIFOLIN.

Chemicals reported in Balanophora subcupularis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
1-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-6,7-dihydroxy-1,2-dihydro-2,3-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
TAXIFOLIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

1-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-6,7-dihydroxy-1,2-dihydro-2,3-naphthalenedicarboxylic acid

  1. Scientific reports

TAXIFOLIN

  1. Scientific reports

Medicinal Uses

Balanophora subcupularis has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gout, xanthine oxidase.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
gout Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
xanthine oxidase Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆