Indigofera cassioides
Indigofera cassioides, commonly known as the Indigo shrub, is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized in various cultures to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. Its bioactive compounds offer significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Indigofera cassioides
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Indigofera, specifically as the species Indigofera cassioides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Indigofera | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several distinct regions of Asia and Africa. In East Tropical Africa, it can be found specifically within the borders of Kenya. Moving across the continent to the Indian Subcontinent, the species is located in the Assam region. Its presence extends significantly into China, where it inhabits both the South-Central and Southeast areas. Finally, the plant is also documented in Eastern Asia, particularly on the island of Taiwan.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Indigofera cassioides has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, saponins, steroids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Indigofera cassioides has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include tuberculosis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tuberculosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |