Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis
Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis, commonly known as a species of ginger lily, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its vibrant blooms, this subspecies is valued in traditional medicine for its diverse bioactive compounds, offering significant therapeutic potential in treating various ailments and promoting wellness.
- Scientific name: Globba variabilis subsp. variabilis
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zingiberales | WCVP |
| Family | Zingiberaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Globba | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Globba variavilis subsp. variabilis, possesses a specialized underground structure known as rhizomes. These fleshy, horizontal stems function as the primary storage organs for the plant, allowing it to store essential nutrients and energy to survive unfavorable environmental conditions. In many medicinal species within the Zingiberaceae family, these rhizomes are the most significant part of the plant, often containing the concentrated bioactive compounds required for therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
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.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |