Illigera parviflora
Illigera parviflora, commonly known as a climbing shrub within the Illicaceae family, is a versatile medicinal plant found in tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is traditionally utilized in various folk medicines to treat ailments ranging from skin inflammations to digestive issues, showcasing its significant ethnobotanical value.
- Scientific name: Illigera parviflora
- Family: Hernandiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Illigera parviflora, 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. Its specific taxonomic placement concludes within 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 exhibits a widespread presence across several distinct regions of East and Southeast Asia. Within China, its distribution spans the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan territories. The species also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it can be found in Cambodia. Additionally, it is documented to grow within the borders of Vietnam. Consequently, its geographical range covers a diverse variety of subtropical landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Illigera parviflora has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include actinodaphnine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| actinodaphnine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |