Boesenbergia maxwellii
Boesenbergia maxwellii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Boesenbergia maxwellii, is a distinctive medicinal plant belonging to the ginger family. Renowned for its vibrant floral displays and therapeutic potential, it contains bioactive compounds valued in traditional medicine. This species is increasingly studied for its antioxidant properties and its role in promoting overall wellness.
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Boesenbergia maxwelliiSources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Zingiberales, it is classified under the family Zingiberaceae. It is further identified by the genus Boesenbergia, specifically as the species Boesenbergia maxwellii.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Zingiberales |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Genus | Boesenbergia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted specifically in the South-Central area. Its range also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it can be found in Laos. Furthermore, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Myanmar. Finally, its geographical reach includes the country of Thailand.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| Indo-China | Laos |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Boesenbergia maxwellii has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase, Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinesterase | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticholinesterase
- Natural product research
Antioxidant
- Natural product research
Conditions
Boesenbergia maxwellii has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Alzheimer's disease.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Alzheimer's disease
- Natural product research
Preparations
Boesenbergia maxwellii has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include ethanolic extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ethanolic extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ethanolic extracts
- Natural product research