Cassia javanica subsp. nodosa
Cassia javaica subsp. nodosa, commonly known as Java Cassia, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this subspecies is frequently utilized to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and inflammatory conditions, offering a potent natural resource for holistic health and pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Cassia javanica subsp. nodosa
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, falling into the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Cassia as the specific subspecies nodosas.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cassia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cassia javanica subsp. nodososa, is identified in Chinese by the common name 节果决明 (jié guǒ jué míng).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 节果决明 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several tropical regions. In the Indo-China zone, it can be found growing within the borders of Thailand. Moving into the Malesia region, its presence extends to the island of Jawa. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit the area known as Malaya. These locations highlight the specific environmental niches where the subspecies thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant utilizes its leaves as a significant component in traditional medicinal applications. The leaves of Cassia javanica subsp. nodosa are typically characterized by their pinnate structure, which is often employed in various herbal preparations. In many folk medicine practices, these leaves are harvested and processed to harness their specific phytochemical properties, serving as a key part of the plant's therapeutic profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |