Erycibe obtusifolia
Erycibe obtusifolia, commonly known as the blunt-leaved erythribe, is a fascinating medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique phytochemical properties, it has been utilized in traditional healing practices to address various ailments. Understanding its bioactive compounds offers promising insights into modern pharmacological developments and natural therapies.
- Scientific name: Erycibe obtusifolia
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Solanales, it is further categorized into the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Erycibe.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Erycibe | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Erycibe obtusifolia, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 丁公藤, a name that is consistently used across various dialects including zh-cn and zh-tw. Additionally, the plant is known by the names 斑鱼烈 and 麻辣仔藤 in other Chinese linguistic traditions.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 丁公藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 丁公藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 丁公藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 斑鱼烈 | Wikidata |
| zh | 麻辣仔藤 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within East and Southeast Asia. In China, its presence is noted in the tropical region of Hainan. Furthermore, it can be found throughout the broader area of China Southeast. The distribution extends beyond Chinese borders into the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, this medicinal species is also documented to grow in Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Erycibe obtusifolia, is characterized by its specific botanical structure, which includes a distinct stem that serves as the central axis for growth. The stem provides the necessary structural support to hold the leaves and reproductive organs upright, while also functioning as a vital conduit for transporting water and nutrients throughout the organism.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Erycibe obtusifolia has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include MDA, malondialdehyde.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| MDA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malondialdehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |