Erythroxylum moonii
Erythroxylum moonii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Erythroxylum moonii, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this species holds significant potential in ethnobotanical studies. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds to uncover novel therapeutic applications for various traditional and modern medicinal treatments.
- 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
Erythroxylum mooniiDistribution
This plant, known scientifically as Erythroxylum moonii, possesses a specific geographical range within the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the country of India. Additionally, the species can be found growing within the borders of Sri Lanka. This distribution pattern indicates that the plant is native to these specific South Asian regions. Consequently, its occurrence is limited to these two distinct locations within the subcontinent.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Erythroxylum moonii is characterized by its distinct growth habit as a climbing plant. It functions as a self-supporting climber, exhibiting characteristics consistent with a liana or vine. Specifically, its structural development allows it to act as a self-supporting entity, transitioning through both obligatory and facultative growth patterns to maintain its position within its ecological niche.
- Climber :
- self-supporting
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Erythroxylum moonii 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
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Erythroxylum moonii has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include leaves.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaves
- Journal of natural products