Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis
Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Globba variavilis subsp. variavilis, is a captivating medicinal plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Often recognized by its vibrant, delicate blooms, this subspecies holds significant ethnobotanical value. It is valued in traditional practices for its unique bioactive properties and potential therapeutic applications in natural healing.
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Rhizome
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Globba Malaccensis · Globba Perakensis
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Globba variabilis subsp. variabilisSynonyms
- Globba malaccensis
- Globba perakensis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Globba variavilis subsp. variavilis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Zingiberales and the family Zingiberaceae. Ultimately, it is categorized under the genus Globba.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Zingiberales |
| Family | Zingiberaceae |
| Genus | Globba |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range that spans across several key regions in Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China territory, its presence is documented in Thailand. Moving into the Malesia region, it can be found throughout the Malay Peninsula. Additionally, the species extends its distribution to the island of Sumatera. Together, these locations define the natural habitat of Globba variavilis subsp. variavilis.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Malesia | Malaya |
| Malesia | Sumatera |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis 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 rhizome.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Rhizome
- Tropical medicine and infectious disease
Chemicals
Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Antioxidant Activity, NO.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant Activity | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NO | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant Activity
- Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet
NO
- Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet
Activities
Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antimalarial
- Tropical medicine and infectious disease
Preparations
Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include ethanolic plant extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ethanolic plant extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ethanolic plant extracts
- Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet