Labisia pumila var. pumila
Labisia pumila var. pumila, commonly known as Kacip Fatimah, is a significant medicinal herb native to Southeast Asian rainforests. Renowned for its potent phytoestrogens, it is traditionally used to support female reproductive health, balance hormones, and enhance vitality. This botanical treasure remains a cornerstone of traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Labisia pumila var. pumila
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae and order Ericales, it is a member of the family Primulaceae. Specifically, this variety is categorized under 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 exhibits a broad geographical distribution across Southeast Asia, spanning both the Indo-China and Malesia regions. Within the Indo-China territory, it can be found growing in Cambodia and Thailand. Moving into the Malesia region, the species is widely distributed across several key islands and peninsulas. Specifically, it inhabits the areas of Jawa, Malaya, and Sumatera. Consequently, its presence highlights a significant ecological footprint throughout the tropical landscapes of the region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Labisia pumila var. pumila 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. pumila 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. pumila 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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |