Curcuma purpurascens
Curcumma purpurascens, commonly known as Purple Turmeric, is a striking medicinal plant celebrated for its vibrant, violet-hued rhizomes. Rich in unique bioactive compounds and antioxidants, this botanical treasure is traditionally utilized in holistic wellness to support anti-inflammatory processes, enhance digestive health, and promote overall systemic vitality and healing.
- Scientific name: Curcuma purpurascens
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Zingiberales, it falls under the family Zingiberaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Curcuma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zingiberales | WCVP |
| Family | Zingiberaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Curcuma | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Curcuma purpurascens, is known by various local names across different linguistic regions, including the name Temu tis in French (fr), Indonesian (id), and Bengali (ban).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fr | Temu tis | Wikidata |
| id | Temu tis | Wikidata |
| ban | Temu tis | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse tropical regions of Malesia. Its specific geographical range includes the island of Jawa, where it thrives in local ecosystems. Additionally, the species extends its distribution into the Lesser Sunda Islands. These locations highlight its preference for the unique environmental conditions found in maritime Southeast Asia. Consequently, its presence is closely tied to these specific island chains within the Malesian botanical zone.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Curcuma purpurascens has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include turmerone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| turmerone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Curcuma purpurascens has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include colon cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| colon cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |