Malay jewelvine
Brachypterum scandens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Malay jewelvine, scientifically known as Brachypterum scandens, is a climbing medicinal plant cherished in traditional Southeast Asian practices. Renowned for its vibrant foliage and therapeutic properties, it is often utilized to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. This versatile vine offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research and wellness.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Stems
- Common names
- Malay Jewelvine
- Scientific synonyms
- Derris Scandens · Derris Scandens Var. Saharanpurensis · 13 more
Names
Common Names
- Malay jewelvine
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Brachypterum scandensSynonyms
- Derris scandens
- Derris scandens var. saharanpurensis
- Solori scandens var. saharanpurensis
- Galedupa frutescens
- Derris scandens var. shanicus
- Derris timorensis var. saharanpurensis
- Millettia litoralis
- Brachypterum timorense
- Dalbergia scandens
- Dalbergia venusta
- Dalbergia timoriensis
- Deguelia timoriensis
- Derris scandens var. toppinii
- Derris timorensis
- Solori scandens
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Its taxonomic identity is further defined by its placement in the genus Brachypterum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Brachypterum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions. In the Western Indian Ocean, it can be found growing in Mauritius and Réunion. Its range extends to East Asia, specifically within the South-Central regions of China. Within the Indian Subcontinent, the species is documented in the state of Assam. Additionally, it is also known to inhabit parts of Bangladesh.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Brachypterum scandens, is characterized by its climbing or trailing growth habit, which is facilitated by its specialized stems. These stems serve as the primary structural support for the plant as it navigates through surrounding vegetation to reach sunlight. In addition to providing physical stability, the stems function as a vital vascular highway, transporting essential water, minerals, and nutrients from the roots to the leaves and flowers.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Brachypterum scandens has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Dalpanitin, LIGNIN, Lupeol, Saponins.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | Ayu (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dalpanitin | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LIGNIN | International journal of biological macromolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lupeol | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | Ayu (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | Ayu (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vicenin 3 | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cellulose | International journal of biological macromolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| genistein | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Brachypterum scandens has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antimicrobial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 50% ethanolic extract | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Crude extracts | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| absolute ethanolic extract | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| compounded herbal recipe | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanolic extract | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanolic extracts | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol extracts | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| plant extracts | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| poison fish | Journal of ethnobiology and ethnomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| single crude medication | Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |