Ixora undulata
Ixora undulata, commonly known as the wavy-leaved Ixora, is a captivating evergreen shrub prized for its lush foliage and vibrant blooms. Native to tropical regions, this ornamental species is valued in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties, offering potential benefits in treating various ailments through its bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Ixora undulata
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianales, it is a member of the Rubiaceae family. It is scientifically classified under the genus Ixora, specifically as the species Ixora undulata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ixora | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several key regions within the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing throughout the diverse landscapes of India and its neighboring country, Bangladesh. Its presence is also well-documented in the mountainous terrains of Nepal and the East Himalaya region. Furthermore, the species is specifically noted to inhabit the lush environments of Assam. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's significant ecological footprint across South Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ixora undulata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include D-mannitol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| D-mannitol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ixora undulata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include schistosomiasis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| schistosomiasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |