Canavalia lineata
Canavalia lineata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Canavalia lineata, is a versatile medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often found in tropical regions, this legume is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Its bioactive compounds offer potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, making it a subject of pharmacological interest.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Dolichos Lineatus
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Canavalia lineataSynonyms
- Dolichos lineatus
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized under the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Canavaliat.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Canavalia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of East Asia. In China, its presence is specifically noted in the Hainan province as well as throughout China Southeast. The species also extends its range into the island nation of Japan. Furthermore, it can be found throughout the Korean Peninsula. Finally, its documented habitat includes the Kazan-retto region of Eastern Asia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| Eastern Asia | Japan |
| Eastern Asia | Korea |
| Eastern Asia | Kazan-retto |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto |
| Eastern Asia | Ogasawara-shoto |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | Maldives |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Canavalia lineata is characterized by its growth form as a herb, exhibiting a predominantly non-woody structure throughout its vegetative development.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Canavalia lineata 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 seed.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Seed
- Journal of biochemistry
Chemicals
Canavalia lineata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include mRNA.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| mRNA | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
mRNA
- Molecules and cells
Preparations
Canavalia lineata has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include seeds.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seeds | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Seeds
- Journal of biochemistry