Glochidion zeylanicum var. tomentosum
Glochidion zeylanicum var. tomentosum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Glochidion zeylanicum var. tomentosum, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique botanical characteristics, this variety offers significant therapeutic potential. Researchers continue to explore its bioactive compounds, seeking to unlock new pharmacological benefits for various health and wellness applications.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Glochidion zeylanicum var. tomentosumDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning several distinct regions across East Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central areas and throughout the Southeast. It can also be found in the unique tropical environment of Hainan and the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Beyond the mainland, the species extends its reach into the Nansei-shoto islands of Eastern Asia. Together, these locations highlight a wide distribution across varied ecological landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| China | Tibet |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Glochidion zeylanicum var. tomentosum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CATECHIN, Gallocatechin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CATECHIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gallocatechin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CATECHIN
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Gallocatechin
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica