Eriosolena
Eriosolena · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Eriosolena, scientifically known as Eriosolena, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, it contains unique bioactive compounds that offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal applications is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Thymelaeaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
EriosolenaSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malvales. Finally, it is a member of the family Thymelaeaceae and is characterized by its genus, Eriosolena.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Thymelaeaceae |
| Genus | Eriosolena |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, it is primarily located within the South-Central territories. The Indian Subcontinent serves as a major habitat, with occurrences noted in Assam, Bangladesh, and the East Himalaya regions. Furthermore, its range extends into Indo-China, specifically within the country of Cambodia. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in various subtropical and mountainous environments.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya |
| Indo-China | Cambodia |
| Indo-China | Laos |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
| Malesia | Borneo |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Eriosolena has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include hyoscyamine, scopolamine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| hyoscyamine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopolamine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
hyoscyamine
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
scopolamine
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Preparations
Eriosolena has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include crude drugs, scopolia extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Crude drugs | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Scopolia extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Crude drugs
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Scopolia extract
- Enantiomer