Home > Herbs > Cyclea Wattii

Cyclea wattii

Cyclea wattii · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Cyclea wattii, scientifically known as Cyclea wattii, is a climbing woody vine native to Southeast Asian forests. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant is recognized for its diverse bioactive compounds. Research explores its potential therapeutic applications, particularly for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties in treating various ailments.

Family
Menispermaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Paracyclea Wattii

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Cyclea wattii

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Menispermaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Cyclea, specifically as the species Cyclea wattii.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Ranunculales
Family Menispermaceae
Genus Cyclea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning parts of East and South Asia. In China, it is primarily found within the South-Central regions of the country. Its range also extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it has been documented. Specifically, it can be located in the state of Assam. These locations highlight the localized habitat requirements necessary for its growth.

Region Area
China China South-Central
Indian Subcontinent Assam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Cyclea wattii is characterized by its preference for specific montane environments, primarily thriving within a distinct altitudinal belt. This species is typically found in high-elevation habitats, occupying an ecological niche that ranges from a minimum elevation of 1400 m AMSL to a maximum elevation of 2800 m AMSL. This distribution suggests an adaptation to the cooler temperatures, increased moisture levels, and specific atmospheric conditions common to mid-to-high altitude montane ecosystems.

Elevational range max:
2800 m AMSL
Elevational range min:
1400 m AMSL

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Cyclea wattii has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Cyclea wattii
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin

Chemicals

Cyclea wattii has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Wattisine A, Wattisine B.

Chemicals reported in Cyclea wattii
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Wattisine A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Wattisine B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Wattisine A

  1. Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin

Wattisine B

  1. Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin