Barleria terminalis
Barleria terminalis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Barleria terminalis, scientifically known as Barleria terminalis, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, its various parts—including roots, leaves, and bark—possess potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, making it a vital resource for treating skin ailments and boosting immunity.
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Pseudobarleria Polystachya · Barleria Strigosa Var. Polystachya · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Barleria terminalisSynonyms
- Pseudobarleria polystachya
- Barleria strigosa var. polystachya
- Barleria strigosa var. terminalis
- Barleria polystachya
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Acanthaceae and the genus Barleria. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined as Barleria terminalis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Barleria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural habitat includes various regions across India where environmental conditions support its growth. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the country of Bangladesh. This specific geographical range highlights its importance to the local flora of these South Asian nations. Consequently, its presence in both India and Bangladesh makes it a significant medicinal resource for the entire subcontinent.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Barleria terminalis has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROGENIC ACID, Coumaric Acid, Fatty acids, Gallic acid, Glycosides.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumaric Acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fatty acids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gallic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glycosides | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hydroxybenzoic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vanillic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Verbascoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CHLOROGENIC ACID
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Coumaric Acid
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Fatty acids
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Gallic acid
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Glycosides
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Hydroxybenzoic acid
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Steroids
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Terpenes
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Vanillic acid
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Verbascoside
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