Illigera aromatica
Illigera aromatica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Illigera aromatica, scientifically known as Illigera aromatica, is a climbing shrub native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Renowned for its fragrant foliage and unique botanical characteristics, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to treat diverse ailments, showcasing its significant ethnobotanical importance and value.
- Family
- Hernandiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Illigera aromaticaTaxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Illigera aromatica, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Laurales and the family Hernandiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic placement is defined by its membership in the genus Illigera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Hernandiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Illigera | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within the Asian continent. According to its known geographical distribution, it can be found in Southeast China. This particular area provides the environmental conditions necessary for its natural growth. Consequently, its range is relatively localized rather than being widespread across the entire globe. Understanding this limited distribution is essential for studying its natural habitat and ecological requirements.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Illigera aromatica, is a woody climber that utilizes its specialized stems to navigate through forest canopies toward sunlight. The stems are a critical component of the plant's structure, providing the necessary support and vascular pathways to transport nutrients and water throughout its climbing form. In medicinal applications, the various parts of the plant are often studied, but the sturdy stems serve as the fundamental framework that enables the plant to reach the heights required for its growth and survival in its natural habitat.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| stem | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Illigera aromatica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Actinodaphnine, N-Methylactinodaphnine, N-Methyllaurotetanine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Actinodaphnine | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-Methylactinodaphnine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-Methyllaurotetanine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Actinodaphnine
- Natural product research
- Journal of natural medicines
N-Methylactinodaphnine
- Natural product research
N-Methyllaurotetanine
- Natural product research
Medicinal Uses
Illigera aromatica has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include tuberculosis, tumor cell lines.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| tuberculosis | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor cell lines | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| methanolic extracts | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |