Embelia sessiliflora
Embelia sessiliflora, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb, belongs to the Embelia genus. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in various healing practices. Research suggests it holds potential for treating inflammatory conditions and oxidative stress, making it a subject of growing botanical interest.
- Scientific name: Embelia sessiliflora
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Ericales, it is further categorized into the family Primulaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Embelia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Primulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Embelia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Embelia sessiliflora, is known by various common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is referred to by several names, including 短梗酸藤子, 酸藤子, 酸鸡藤, and 野猫酸. Additionally, in Thai, the plant is commonly known as ส้มกุ่ย.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 短梗酸藤子 | Wikidata |
| th | ส้มกุ่ย | Wikidata |
| zh | 酸藤子 | Wikidata |
| zh | 酸鸡藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 野猫酸 | Wikidata |
| zh | 酸苔果 | Wikidata |
| zh | 霸王鞭 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several distinct regions of Asia. In China, its presence is primarily concentrated within the South-Central territories. The Indian Subcontinent also hosts the species, specifically documented in the Assam region. Furthermore, it is found throughout various parts of Indo-China, including Laos and Myanmar. Finally, its geographical range extends into the tropical landscapes of Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Embelia sessiliflora has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include rosmarinic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rosmarinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Embelia sessiliflora has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Embelia sessiliflora has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include infectious diseases.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| infectious diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |