Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides
Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides, is a significant medicinal plant prized for its therapeutic properties. Rich in bioactive compounds like hydroxycitric acid, it is widely utilized in traditional medicine to support metabolic health, aid weight management, and possess potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects within various herbal formulations.
- Family
- Clusiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Garcinia Morella · Mangostana Morella
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioidesSynonyms
- Garcinia morella
- Mangostana morella
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Clusiaceae and the genus Garcinia. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined as Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Clusiaceae |
| Genus | Garcinia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical presence across the Indian Subcontinent. It is widely documented throughout various regions of India, ranging from the northern reaches to the southern peninsula. Specifically, its habitat extends into the lush landscapes of Assam and the rugged terrains of the East Himalaya. The species is also naturally distributed within the borders of Bangladesh. Furthermore, its range reaches the tropical islands of Sri Lanka, demonstrating a diverse ecological footprint.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Xanthochymol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Xanthochymol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Xanthochymol
- Journal of AOAC International
Activities
Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticancer
- Frontiers in pharmacology
Antioxidant
- Frontiers in pharmacology