Velvet leaf bamboo
Dendrocalamus brandisii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Velvet leaf bamboo, scientifically known as Dendrocalamus brandisii, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique botanical properties, this species is often utilized for its potential therapeutic benefits. Understanding its medicinal applications offers fascinating insights into the diverse world of natural pharmacology and ethnobotany.
- Family
- Poaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Velvetleaf Bamboo
- Scientific synonyms
- Arundarbor Brandisii · Bambusa Brandisii
Names
Common Names
- velvetleaf bamboo
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dendrocalamus brandisiiSynonyms
- Arundarbor brandisii
- Bambusa brandisii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Poales and the family Poaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Dendrocalamus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Poaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dendrocalamus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. In China, it is specifically located within the South-Central provinces. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it can be found in both Assam and Bangladesh. The species is also documented in the Indo-China region, particularly within the Andaman Islands. Finally, its range reaches into Laos, completing its widespread footprint across these territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dendrocalamus brandisii has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-hydroxybenzoate, Epicatechin, Gallic acid, apigenin, histidine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 4-hydroxybenzoate | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Epicatechin | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gallic acid | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| histidine | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tryptophan | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dendrocalamus brandisii has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Bitter.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bitter | Plants (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |