Ipomoea staphylina
Ipomoea staphylina, commonly known as the cluster morning glory, is a climbing woody vine native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant possesses significant bioactive properties. It is frequently utilized for its therapeutic potential in treating various ailments, offering valuable insights into natural pharmacology and herbal healing.
- Scientific name: Ipomoea staphylina
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Solanales, specifically within the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, it is identified by its 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 |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide distribution across the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Within the large territory of India, it can be found growing in various natural habitats. Its presence extends northward into the lush, tropical regions of Assam. The species is also commonly documented throughout the country of Bangladesh. Finally, its geographical range reaches further south to include the island nation of Sri Lanka.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ipomoea staphylina has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Quercetin, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ipomoea staphylina has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ipomoea staphylina has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include stomach ulcers.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stomach ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |