Cladogynos orientalis
Cladogynos orientalis, commonly known as the "creeping plant" or "oriental cladogynos," is a significant medicinal herb in traditional Southeast Asian medicine. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is frequently utilized for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects, offering promising therapeutic potential in managing various metabolic and inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Cladogynos orientalis
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Euphorbiaceae and is identified by the genus Cladogynos.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cladogynos | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Clerodendrum orientale (often referred to in botanical contexts as Clerodendrum orientale or similar synonyms like Cladogynos orientalis), is known by various names across different regions and languages. In Thailand, it is commonly referred to as เจตพังคี, while in Chinese-speaking regions, it is identified as 东方白大凤, a name that is consistently used across the zh, zh-hans, and zh-cn language codes.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| th | เจตพังคี | Wikidata |
| zh | 东方白大凤 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 东方白大凤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 东方白大凤 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range that spans across parts of East and Southeast Asia. Within China, its presence is primarily concentrated in the southeastern regions. The species also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it can be found in several different countries. Specifically, it inhabits the territories of Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar. Additionally, its distribution includes the tropical landscapes of Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cladogynos orientalis, is a medicinal species where the various anatomical structures contribute to its overall profile, though specific therapeutic applications are often concentrated in particular areas. While the foliage and stems are prominent in its growth habit, the roots serve as a vital component of the plant's biological system, anchoring it into the soil and facilitating the absorption of essential nutrients. In many traditional medicinal practices, the roots of such plants are studied for their unique chemical compositions and potential pharmacological properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cladogynos orientalis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chettaphanin I.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chettaphanin I | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |