Daphniphyllum glaucescens
Daphniphyllum glaucescens · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Daphniphyllum glaucescens, is a significant medicinal shrub native to the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to treat ailments ranging from inflammatory conditions to digestive issues, offering valuable insights into natural pharmacology.
- Family
- Daphniphyllaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Daphniphyllum glaucescensTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Saxifragales and the family Daphniphyllaecae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Daphniphyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Daphniphyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Daphniphyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions within the Malesia botanical zone. It can be found growing on the island of Jawa, contributing to the local biodiversity. The species also extends its range into the Lesser Sunda Islands. Additionally, its presence is documented throughout the Malay Peninsula. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the island of Sulawesi.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Daphniphyllum glaucescens, utilizes its leaves as a primary component for its medicinal properties. The leaves are characterized by their distinct coloration and texture, which are often studied for the specific bioactive compounds they contain. In traditional applications, these leaves serve as the central part of the plant used to derive therapeutic benefits.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Organic letters (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Daphniphyllum glaucescens has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | Organic letters (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |