Embelia tsjeriam-cottam
Embelia tsjeriam-cottam, commonly known as Embelia, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional Ayurvedic practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to treat digestive ailments, skin disorders, and respiratory issues. Its bioactive compounds offer promising potential for modern pharmacological research and holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Embelia tsjeriam-cottam
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 Ericales and the family Primulaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Embelia, specifically the species Embelia tsjeriam-cottam.
| 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 trichomera (often referred to in botanical literature as Embelia tsjeriam-cottam), is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is frequently referred to by its scientific name or categorized under the broader umbrella of Embelia species. In Sinhala, it is commonly known as "Embelia," and in Tamil, it is referred to as "Embelia."| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is distributed across several key regions within the Indian subcontinent, including India, Bangladesh, and the East Himalaya. Within the specific context of India, it is notably found in the Assam region. Additionally, its geographical presence extends to the South-Central part of China. These diverse locations highlight the plant's wide range across subtropical and mountainous terrains. Such a broad distribution pattern is characteristic of many medicinal species found in these ecological zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Embelia tsjeriam-cottam, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties derived from its fruits. These small, drupaceous fruits serve as the essential part of the plant used in various traditional remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Embelia tsjeriam-cottam has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Embelin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Embelin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |