Lepidagathis prostrata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Lepidagathis ushae

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized into the order Lamiales and the family Acanthaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Lepidagathis.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Lepida gatthis prostata, exhibits a specific and localized geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated within the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent. More specifically, the species is documented to grow natively throughout the various regions of India. This limited distribution suggests that the plant is well-adapted to the particular climatic conditions found in this part of Asia. Consequently, researchers focusing on its medicinal properties often look to the diverse landscapes of India to find specimens.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Lepidagathis prostrata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Lupeol.

Lupeol

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Conditions

Lepidagathis prostrata has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include urolithiasis.

Urolithiasis

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Preparations

Lepidagathis prostrata has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Methanol extract (LPM).

Methanol extract (lpm)

1. Pharmaceutical biology