Centella eriantha var. eriantha
Centella eriantha var. eriantha · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Centella eriantha var. eriantha, is a specialized botanical variety within the Centella genus. Renowned for its unique ecological niche, this plant holds significant potential in ethnobotanical research. Its specific morphological characteristics and bioactive properties make it a subject of interest for medicinal and pharmacological studies.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Hydrocotyle Cuspidata
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Centella eriantha var. erianthaSynonyms
- Hydrocotyle cuspidata
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Specifically, it is identified as a member of the genus Centella, categorized as the variety eriantha.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Centella |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the specific ecological regions of Southern Africa. Its documented range is concentrated within the Cape Provinces of the South African territory. Within these areas, the species occupies particular niches that allow it to thrive in the local climate. This restricted distribution highlights the specialized habitat requirements necessary for its survival. Consequently, the geographical presence of this variety is highly localized to these southern coastal and inland provinces.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Centella eriantha var. eriantha has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CADMIUM, LEAD, MERCURY.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CADMIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LEAD | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MERCURY | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CADMIUM
- Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association
LEAD
- Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association
MERCURY
- Food and chemical toxicology : an international journal published for the British Industrial Biological Research Association