Eranthemum roseum
Eranthemum roseum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Eranthemum roseum, is a striking perennial herb celebrated for its vibrant pink blooms and lush foliage. Often used in traditional medicine, this plant is valued for its potential therapeutic properties. Its ornamental beauty and medicinal significance make it a fascinating subject for both gardeners and herbalists.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eranthemum roseumSources: Wikidata
Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the vast region of the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural range is specifically documented across the diverse landscapes of India. In addition to its presence in India, it can also be found growing in Bangladesh. These two countries represent the core geographical areas where the species is distributed. Therefore, its habitat is closely tied to the specific environmental conditions of these South Asian nations.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Eranthemum roseum is characterized by its distinct growth form and structural composition. It presents as a woody shrub, displaying a robust and perennial architecture. While its structural development is defined by its woody nature, it also exhibits specific climbing tendencies, functioning as a self-supporting climber that can maintain its upright posture through its own structural integrity.
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Growth form :
- shrub
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Eranthemum roseum has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Toxicology reports
Conditions
Eranthemum roseum has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Hypoglycemic, free radicals.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hypoglycemic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Free radicals | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hypoglycemic
- Toxicology reports
Free radicals
- Toxicology reports