Distimake vitifolius
Distimake vitifolius, commonly known as the wild grape or vine, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional healing. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is widely used for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. This resilient climber plays a vital role in treating various ailments across diverse botanical cultures.
- Scientific name: Distimake vitifolius
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Solanales, falling into the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Distimake.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Distimake | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Distimake vitifolius, is referred to by various names across different languages, though in this specific context, the nomenclature remains consistent. In German, it is known as Camonea vitifolia (de), and it shares this same designation in Italian (it: Camonea vitifolia). Furthermore, in Spanish, the name used is Camonea vitifolia (es), which is also the identifier applied in French (fr: Camonea vitifolia) and Dutch (nl: Camonea vitifolia).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| it | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| es | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| fr | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| nl | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| bg | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| ru | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| la | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| uk | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
| ast | Camonea vitifolia | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Asia. In China, it can be found throughout the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan provinces. Its presence extends further into Eastern Asia, where it is specifically documented in Taiwan. Additionally, the species reaches the Indian Subcontinent, particularly within the state of Assam. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in various subtropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Distimake vitifolius, is characterized by its unique morphological structure, where the stem plays a crucial role in its growth habit. The stem serves as the central structural axis, supporting the vine-like development of the plant as it climbs or spreads across its environment. It acts as a vital conduit, transporting water and essential nutrients from the root system to the leaves and other developing tissues, ensuring the plant's overall vitality and medicinal potency.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Distimake vitifolius has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antidepressant, Antioxidant, Anxiolytic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |