Knoxia sumatrensis
Knoxia sumatraensis, commonly known as a medicinal herb from the Rubiaceae family, holds significant value in traditional healing practices. Native to tropical regions, this plant is frequently utilized for its diverse therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, making it a subject of growing interest in ethnopharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Knoxia sumatrensis
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 classified under the family Rubiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Knoxia, specifically as the species Knoxia sumatrensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Knoxia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of East Asia. In China, its presence is noted in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. The species also extends its range to the Nansei-shoto islands within Eastern Asia. Furthermore, it can be found growing naturally in Taiwan. Collectively, these locations highlight the specific tropical and subtropical habitats where the plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |