Curcuma wanenlueanga
Curcumma wanenlueanga, commonly known as a potent medicinal herb, belongs to the Zingiberaceae family. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional wellness practices to reduce inflammation and support digestive health. Its unique bioactive compounds offer significant potential for modern pharmacological research and natural healing.
- Scientific name: Curcuma wanenlueanga
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Zingiberales. Finally, it is a member of the family Zingiberaceae and falls under 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 |
Distribution
This plant is native to the specific geographical region of Indo-China. Within this broader area, its distribution is notably concentrated in Thailand. It thrives in the unique environmental conditions provided by this Southeast Asian landscape. Consequently, the species is considered an endemic element of the Thai flora. This localized presence defines its natural habitat and ecological niche.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Chemicals
Curcuma wanenlueanga has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include curcumenone, curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, dihydrodemethoxycurcumin, zedoarondiol.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| curcumenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| curcumin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| demethoxycurcumin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dihydrodemethoxycurcumin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| zedoarondiol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |