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Bauhinia saccocalyx

Bauhinia saccocalyx · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Bauhinia saccocalyx, is a versatile medicinal plant celebrated in traditional healing practices. Often recognized by its unique heart-shaped leaves, this species offers significant therapeutic potential. It is widely studied for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, providing valuable natural solutions for various health ailments.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Pauletia Saccocalyx

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Bauhinia saccocalyx

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Fabales and specifically placed in the family Fabaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Bauhinia.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae
Genus Bauhinia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the Southeast Asian region. It is primarily documented as being native to the Indo-China territory. Within this area, its distribution specifically includes the country of Laos. Furthermore, the species can also be found growing naturally in Thailand. These locations represent the key habitats for this medicinal plant in the wild.

Region Area
Indo-China Laos
Indo-China Thailand

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Bauhinia saccocalyx 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 root.

Plant parts reported in Bauhinia saccocalyx
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Journal of natural medicines

Chemicals

Bauhinia saccocalyx has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Bauhinoxepin A.

Chemicals reported in Bauhinia saccocalyx
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Bauhinoxepin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Bauhinoxepin A

  1. Journal of natural medicines

Preparations

Bauhinia saccocalyx has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include EtOAc extract.

Preparations reported for Bauhinia saccocalyx
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Etoac extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Etoac extract

  1. Journal of natural medicines