Flemingia javanica
Flemingia javanica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Flemingia javanica, scientifically known as Flemingia javanica, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to parts of Asia. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues. Its unique phytochemical profile makes it a subject of significant pharmacological interest.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Flemingia javanicaTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation falls under the genus Flemingia, identifying it as Flemingia javanica.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Flemingia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily characterized by its specific occurrence within the Malesia botanical region. Its natural habitat is most notably concentrated on the island of Jawa. This localized presence indicates that the species thrives under the particular climatic conditions found in this area. Consequently, its geographical footprint is relatively restricted to these specific tropical environments. Understanding this distribution is essential for researchers studying the biodiversity of the Indonesian archipelago.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Jawa |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Flemingia javanica 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 root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- BMC genomics
Chemicals
Flemingia javanica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Condensed Tannins, Genistin, genistein.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Condensed Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genistin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| genistein | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Condensed Tannins
- Journal of animal science
Genistin
- Physiologia plantarum
genistein
- Physiologia plantarum
Activities
Flemingia javanica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibacterial
- Scientific data
Preparations
Flemingia javanica has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include roots.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Roots | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Roots
- BMC genomics