Ipomoea squamosa
Ipomoea squamosa, commonly known as the swallow-wort or field bindweed, is a versatile medicinal plant found in tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Ipomoea squamosa
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Solanales and the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identification is placed within the genus Ipomoea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ipomoea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ipomoea squamosa, is known by various regional names across different languages. In English, it is frequently referred to as the morning glory or sea bindweed, while in Hindi, it is commonly called kalatungi. In Bengali, the plant is known as kalatungi, and in Sanskrit, it is referred to as kalatungi.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence throughout various regions of Mexico. Its distribution can be found across Mexico Central and throughout the Mexico Northeast. Furthermore, the species is well-established in the Mexico Gulf area. It also inhabits the landscapes of Mexico Southwest. Finally, its geographical range extends into the Mexico Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Ipomoea squamosa, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in various traditional medicinal applications. These leaves are typically characterized by their distinct shape and texture, serving as a vital part of the plant's biological structure. In many herbal practices, the leaves are harvested and processed to harness their specific therapeutic properties, contributing to the overall medicinal value of the species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ipomoea squamosa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ipomoea squamosa has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include ovarian cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ovarian cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |