Ctenitis setosa
Ctenitis setosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Cteni, scientifically known as Cteniitis setosa, is a unique medicinal plant valued in traditional herbal practices. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, this species is often utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological potential is essential for exploring its significant role in natural healthcare and wellness.
- Family
- Polypodiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Nephrodium Hirtum · Phegopteris Hirta
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ctenitis setosaSynonyms
- Nephrodium hirtum
- Phegopteris hirta
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Polypodiinae and the order Polypodiales, falling into the family Polypodiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed within the genus Ctenitis, specifically as the species Ctenitis setosa.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Polypodiaceae |
| Genus | Ctenitis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is specifically found within the diverse biological regions of Malesia. Its documented natural range is quite restricted to the archipelago of the Philippines. Within this Southeast Asian territory, it occupies specific ecological niches suitable for its growth. The geographical presence of the species is currently limited to this particular island nation. Consequently, its distribution remains a localized feature of the Philippine flora.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Philippines |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Ctenitis setosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CD.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CD | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CD
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