Gynostemma cardiospermum
Gynostemma cardiospermum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Gymnema sylvestre, scientifically known as Gymnema cardioispermum, is a renowned medicinal herb celebrated in Ayurvedic medicine. Often called "sugar destroyer," it is primarily used to manage blood glucose levels and enhance insulin sensitivity. This potent botanical offers significant therapeutic potential for metabolic health and dietary regulation through its unique phytochemicals.
- Family
- Cucurbitaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Trirostellum Cardiospermum
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Gynostemma cardiospermumSynonyms
- Trirostellum cardiospermum
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Cucurbitales and the family Cucurbitaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Gymnostemma, with the species name cardiospermium.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Cucurbitales |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae |
| Genus | Gynostemma |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range primarily concentrated within the territory of China. Its presence is notably documented across the South-Central regions of the country. Additionally, the species can be found extending into the North-Central parts of China. These two distinct areas represent the primary habitats where the species is naturally distributed. Consequently, its environmental footprint is largely defined by these specific Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Gynostemma cardiospermum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include RUTIN, kaempferol, quercetin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| RUTIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
RUTIN
- Journal of natural products
kaempferol
- Journal of natural products
quercetin
- Journal of natural products