Curculigo trichocarpa
Curculigo trichocarpa, commonly known as the hairy-fruited curculigo, is a medicinal herb native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant is valued for its bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues and inflammation, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Curculigo trichocarpa
- Family: Hypoxidaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asparagales, it is classified under the family Hypoxidaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Curculigo.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
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| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Hypoxidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Curculigo | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Curculigo trichocarpa, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic landscape of its native habitats. In Hindi, it is commonly referred to as Kaushik; in Bengali, it is known as Kaushik; and in Tamil, it is called Kaushik. These names reflect the botanical identity of the species across different cultural and geographical contexts.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the vast landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this region, it can be found growing in various parts of India. Its presence is also specifically noted in the northeastern state of Assam. Beyond the mainland, the species extends its range to the island nation of Sri Lanka. These diverse locations highlight the plant's significant ecological footprint within South Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |