Madhuca longifolia var. latifolia
Madhuca longifolia var. latifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Madhuca longifolia var. latifolia, is a significant medicinal plant cherished in traditional Ayurvedic practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this botanical variety offers potent bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Its versatile applications make it a vital resource in natural pharmacology and holistic healing.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Madhuca longifolia var. latifoliaDistribution
This plant is widely distributed across the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this vast region, it can be found growing in the natural habitats of India. Its presence also extends to the lush environments of Bangladesh. Furthermore, the species is documented to occur within the tropical territories of Sri Lanka. Consequently, these three nations represent the primary geographical range for this specific variety.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Madhuca longifolia var. latifolia has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Scientific reports
Preparations
Madhuca longifolia var. latifolia has 2 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include bark of Madhuca indica, methanolic leaf extract of Madhuca indica.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Bark of madhuca indica | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Methanolic leaf extract of madhuca indica | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Bark of madhuca indica
- Journal of natural products
Methanolic leaf extract of madhuca indica
- Scientific reports