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Cissus heyneana

Cissus heyneana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Cissus heyneaana, scientifically known as Cissus heyneaana, is a versatile climbing vine native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant possesses significant therapeutic properties, often used to treat inflammation and various ailments. Its unique phytochemical profile makes it a subject of growing interest in pharmacological research.

Family
Vitaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Vitis Heyneana Var. Glabra · Vitis Lanata Var. Glabra · 2 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Cissus heyneana

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

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 Vitales and the family Vitaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Cissus and the specific species Cissus heyneana.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Vitales
Family Vitaceae
Genus Cissus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it is commonly found throughout India and the state of Assam. Its presence also extends to the island nation of Sri Lanka. Furthermore, the species reaches into the Indo-China region, specifically inhabiting Thailand. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in various subtropical environments.

Region Area
Indian Subcontinent Assam
Indian Subcontinent India
Indian Subcontinent Sri Lanka
Indo-China Thailand

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Cissus heyneana has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Amurensin B, Piceid, cis-Vitisin B, vitisinol B, vitisinol C.

Chemicals reported in Cissus heyneana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Amurensin B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Piceid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
cis-Vitisin B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
vitisinol B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
vitisinol C 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Amurensin B

  1. Chemistry Central journal

Piceid

  1. Chemistry Central journal

cis-Vitisin B

  1. Chemistry Central journal

vitisinol B

  1. Chemistry Central journal

vitisinol C

  1. Chemistry Central journal