Eumachia leptothyrsa
Eumachia leptothyrsa, commonly known as the Chinese Hawthorn, is a versatile medicinal shrub prized in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its antioxidant properties, it is frequently utilized to support digestive health, regulate blood glucose, and promote cardiovascular wellness. This potent plant offers significant therapeutic potential for holistic health management.
- Scientific name: Eumachia leptothyrsa
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianaales, it is classified under the family Rubiaceae. Specifically, it is identified by its genus name, Eumachia, and its species name, leptothyrsa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eumachia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Eumachia leptothyrsa, is known by various regional names depending on the language spoken. In English, it is commonly referred to as the leptothyrsa euomachia, while in Chinese, it is known as lùyèjiā (路叶嘉).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across the diverse regions of the Malesia botanical zone. Its presence is specifically noted on the island of Jawa, where it grows within local ecosystems. The species also inhabits the islands located within the Lesser Sunda archipelago. Furthermore, its geographical reach extends to the Maluku islands and the Philippines. Finally, the plant can be found growing in the various terrains of Sulawesi.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
| Papuasia | Bismarck Archipelago | WCVP |
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Papuasia | Solomon Is. | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Wallis-Futuna Is. | WCVP |
| Northwestern Pacific | Caroline Is. | WCVP |
Activities
Eumachia leptothyrsa has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |