Kaempferia angustifolia
Kaempferia angustifolia, commonly known as aromatic ginger, is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. Valued in traditional medicine, its fragrant rhizomes contain essential oils with potent anti-inflammatory and digestive properties. This versatile plant is widely utilized in herbal remedies to soothe gastrointestinal discomfort and promote overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Kaempferia angustifolia
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- 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 Zingiberales, it is classified under the family Zingiberaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Kaempferia, which includes the medicinal species Kaempferiia angustifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zingiberales | WCVP |
| Family | Zingiberaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Kaempferia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several distinct regions within the Asian continent. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is recorded in India, Bangladesh, and the East Himalaya. The species also extends into the Indo-China region, where it can be found in Cambodia. Additionally, its geographical range encompasses the country of Myanmar. Collectively, these areas represent the primary habitats where this medicinal species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Kaempferia angustifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include silver nanoparticles.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| silver nanoparticles | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |