Lepidagathis trinervis
Lepidagathis trinervis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Lepidagathis trinervis, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, this species offers significant pharmacological potential. Understanding its botanical characteristics and bioactive compounds is essential for exploring its role in developing natural treatments for various health conditions.
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Barleria Axillaris · Lepidagathis Trinervis Var. Lepidula · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lepidagathis trinervisSynonyms
- Barleria axillaris
- Lepidagathis trinervis var. lepidula
- Lepidagathis axillaris
- Lepidagathis trinervis var. asperrima
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Lepidagathis trinervis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is further classified under the order Lamiales and the family Acanthaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Lepidagathis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Lepidagathis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several key regions within the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, it can be found growing in the lush environments of the East Himalaya. Its presence is also well-documented throughout the diverse landscapes of India. Furthermore, the species extends its range into the territories of Pakistan. Consequently, these regions represent the primary geographical strongholds for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Lepidagathis trinervis has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibacterial
- Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Antifungal
- Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Conditions
Lepidagathis trinervis has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Aspergillus flavus, Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aspergillus flavus | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bacillus subtilis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aspergillus flavus
- Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Bacillus subtilis
- Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Indian journal of pharmaceutical sciences