Gynostemma cardiospermum
Gymnema sylvestre, commonly known as Gurmar or "sugar destroyer," is a potent medicinal herb native to the tropical forests of India. Renowned in Ayurvedic medicine, it contains gymnemic acids that temporarily suppress sweet tastes and may help regulate blood sugar levels, making it a vital plant for metabolic health.
- Scientific name: Gynostemma cardiospermum
- Family: Cucurbitaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Cucurbitales | WCVP |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gynostemma | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gynostemma cardiospermum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include kaempferol, quercetin, rutin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |