Macaranga indica
Macaranga indica, commonly known as the Indian Macaranga, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its bioactive properties, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin inflammation and digestive issues, offering significant therapeutic potential through its unique phytochemical composition.
- Scientific name: Macaranga indica
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identification is placed within the genus Macaranga.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Macaranga | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across parts of Asia, stretching from the Indian subcontinent to East Asia. Within the Indian subcontinent, it can be found growing in the regions of Assam and Bangladesh. Its presence extends into China, where it is documented in the South-Central and Southeast areas. Additionally, the species is found in the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Together, these locations highlight the diverse habitats where Macaranga indica thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |