Ficus virens var. virens
Ficus virens var. virens, commonly known as the Green Fig, is a significant medicinal tree native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally used to treat various ailments, including inflammation, skin disorders, and digestive issues, making it a vital resource in ethnobotanical studies.
- Scientific name: Ficus virens var. virens
- Family: Moraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered as Rosaless and placed in the family Moraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Ficus as the variety Ficus virens var. virens.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ficus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ficus virens var. virens, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic and cultural context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Evergreen Fig, while in Hindi, it is commonly called Peepal or Ban Peepal. In Sanskrit, the plant is identified as Vata, and in Bengali, it is known as Ban Peepal.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across various regions of China. It is widely distributed throughout the South-Central and North-Central parts of the country. Additionally, the species can be found thriving in the Southeast region. Its range also extends to the tropical island of Hainan. Finally, the plant is documented as growing within the high-altitude areas of Tibet.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ficus virens var. virens, possesses various parts that are utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The leaves are often studied for their bioactive compounds, while the roots are frequently employed in decoctions to treat specific ailments. The stem bark and the inner bark are also significant components, as they contain various phytochemicals that contribute to the plant's therapeutic properties. Additionally, the bark as a whole serves as a primary source of medicinal extracts used in various regional healing traditions.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 8
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ficus virens var. virens has 13 reported activities identified across 19 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antipyretic, Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Antifilarial.
- Total activities
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 19
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifilarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitussive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardioprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |