Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides
Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides, commonly known as Malabar gamboge, is a significant medicinal plant native to the Western Ghats. Renowned for its bioactive hydroxycitric acid, it plays a vital role in traditional Ayurveda. This species is highly valued for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity therapeutic properties.
- Scientific name: Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides
- Family: Clusiaceae
- 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 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Clusiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Garcinia | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago | WCVP |
Activities
Garcinia cambogioides var. cambogioides has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |