Iodes cirrhosa
Iodes cirrhosa, commonly known as a potent medicinal herb, possesses remarkable therapeutic properties valued in traditional healing. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capabilities, this plant offers significant potential in treating various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and bioactive compounds is essential for exploring its diverse pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Iodes cirrhosa
- Family: Icacinaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically categorized under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Icacinales, it is a member of the Icacinaceae family. Finally, it is classified under the genus Iodes, with the specific species name cirrhosa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Icacinales | WCVP |
| Family | Icacinaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Iodes | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. In China, its presence is noted within the South-Central and Southeast territories. The Indian Subcontinent also hosts the species, specifically within the Assam region and the East Himalaya. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the Indo-China area, encompassing the Andaman Islands. These various locations highlight the wide environmental adaptability of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Nicobar Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Iodes cirrhosa has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include compound 4, glycosides, liriodendrin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| compound 4 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| liriodendrin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |