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Labisia pumila var. lanceolata

Labisia pumila var. lanceolata · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Labisia pumila var. lanceolata, is a medicinal herb native to Southeast Asian rainforests. Often referred to as "Kacip Fatimah," this plant is highly revered in traditional medicine for its potent phytoestrogens, which are widely used to support female reproductive health and hormonal balance naturally.

Family
Primulaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Labisia pumila var. lanceolata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Ericales and the family Primulaceae. Specifically, Labisia pumila var. lanceolata is identified as a member of the genus Labisia.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Ericales
Family Primulaceae
Genus Labisia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is a notable species found throughout the diverse landscapes of the Malesian region. Its natural habitat extends across the large island of Borneo, where it grows in tropical environments. It is also widely distributed within the Malay Peninsula, commonly referred to as Malaya. Furthermore, its geographical range includes the island of Sulawesi, showcasing its adaptability to different island ecosystems. Finally, the species can be found thriving in the lush forests of Sumatera.

Region Area
Malesia Borneo
Malesia Malaya
Malesia Sulawesi
Malesia Sumatera

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Labisia pumila var. lanceolata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.

Chemicals reported in Labisia pumila var. lanceolata
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoids

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Labisia pumila var. lanceolata has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Cytotoxic.

Activities reported in Labisia pumila var. lanceolata
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antifungal 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cytotoxic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antifungal

  1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Cytotoxic

  1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Conditions

Labisia pumila var. lanceolata has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Mucor.

Conditions investigated for Labisia pumila var. lanceolata
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Mucor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Mucor

  1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine