Labisia pumila var. lanceolata
Labisia pumila var. lanceolata, commonly known as Kacip Fatimah, is a renowned medicinal herb native to Southeast Asia. Highly valued in traditional Malay medicine, this plant is celebrated for its potent phytoestrogens. It is widely utilized to support female reproductive health, balance hormones, and enhance overall vitality and wellness.
- Scientific name: Labisia pumila var. lanceolata
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Primulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Labisia | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Labisia pumila var. lanceolata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Labisia pumila var. lanceolata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Labisia pumila var. lanceolata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Mucor.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mucor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |