Leea macrophylla
Leea macrophylla · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (23 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Leea macrophylla, is a striking tropical shrub valued for its lush foliage and ornamental beauty. Native to various forested regions, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical interest. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, it is studied for its potential medicinal properties and its role in diverse ecological systems.
- Family
- Vitaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Leea Parallela Var. Angustifolia · Leea Parallela · 13 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Leea macrophyllaSynonyms
- Leea parallela var. angustifolia
- Leea parallela
- Leea angustifolia
- Leea aspera
- Aralia lappifolia
- Leea macrophylla var. oxyphylla
- Leea latifolia
- Leea parallela var. puberula
- Aquilicia samudraca
- Leea coriacea
- Leea cinerea
- Leea diffusa
- Leea venkobarowii
- Leea integrifolia
- Leea pallida
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Vitales, it is further categorized into the family Vitaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Leea, specifically the species Leea macrophylla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Vitales | WCVP |
| Family | Vitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Leea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across various regions of the Indian Subcontinent. Its presence is specifically noted within the territories of India and Bangladesh. Furthermore, it can be found growing in the mountainous landscapes of the East Himalaya and the state of Assam. In addition to these areas, the species extends its range into South-Central China. Together, these locations define the specific geographical footprint of Leea macrophylla.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Leea macrophylla, possesses specific underground structures that are central to its morphology. The plant utilizes its roots to anchor itself into the soil and absorb essential nutrients and water from its environment. Additionally, it features a specialized root tuber, which serves as a vital storage organ for nutrients and energy, helping the plant survive varying environmental conditions.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Leea macrophylla has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROGENIC ACID, Flavonoids, Glycosides, Phenols, Saponins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glycosides | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CHLOROGENIC ACID
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Flavonoids
- Heliyon
Glycosides
- Heliyon
Phenols
- Heliyon
Saponins
- Heliyon
Steroids
- Heliyon
Tannins
- Heliyon
Terpenoids
- Heliyon
Activities
Leea macrophylla has 7 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Antiproliferative, Cardiovascular.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardiovascular | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Leea macrophylla has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include MCF-7 cells, antidiabetic, guinea worm, ringworm, wounds.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| MCF-7 cells | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| guinea worm | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ringworm | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| bioadhesive gel | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanol extracts | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethanolic extract | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root tuber extract | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | Heliyon (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |