Cissus adnata
Cissus adnata, commonly known as a climbing woody vine, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to support joint health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall vitality through its rich concentration of bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Cissus adnata
- Family: Vitaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized into the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Vitales, falling under the family Vitaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Cissus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Vitales | WCVP |
| Family | Vitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cissus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cissus adnata, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Chinese, it is identified as 贴生白粉藤 (also written as zh-hans: 贴生白粉藤 and zh-cn: 贴生白粉藤), while in Taiwan, it is commonly called 紅毛粉藤 (zh-tw). Additionally, in Spanish-speaking contexts, it is associated with the name Cissus pallida.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 贴生白粉藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 紅毛粉藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 贴生白粉藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 贴生白粉藤 | Wikidata |
| es | Cissus pallida | Wikidata |
| es | Cissus compressa | Wikidata |
| es | Cissus simplex | Wikidata |
| es | Vitis adnata | Wikidata |
| es | Vitis compressa | Wikidata |
| es | Vitis simplex | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range that spans across several distinct regions of Asia and Africa. In the Western Indian Ocean, its presence is specifically noted within Madagascar. Moving into East Asia, it can be found growing throughout South-Central China. The Indian Subcontinent also serves as a significant habitat, with populations located in Bangladesh and the Assam region. Furthermore, the species extends its distribution into the rugged terrains of the East Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
Activities
Cissus adnata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anxiolytic, Hypoglycemic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cissus adnata has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anxiolytic, hypoglycemic.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |