Macrosolen globosus
Macrosolen globoasus, commonly known as a medicinal climber, is a significant plant within the Euphorbiaceae family. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. This species plays a crucial role in ethnobotanical studies, offering potential insights into modern pharmacological developments.
- Scientific name: Macrosolen globosus
- Family: Loranthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Macrosolen globosus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Santalales and the family Loranthaceae. Finally, it is placed within the genus Macrosolen.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Santalales | WCVP |
| Family | Loranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Macrosolen | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions of the Asian continent. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found throughout the vast territories of India and specifically in the state of Assam. It is also documented in the neighboring country of Bangladesh, indicating a significant presence in the region. Furthermore, the species extends into the rugged terrains of the East Himalaya. Beyond the Indian Subcontinent, its range reaches into Indo-China, specifically within Myanmar.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Nicobar Is. | WCVP |
Activities
Macrosolen globosus has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antiviral, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |