Maesa laxiflora
Maesa laxiflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Maesa laxiflora, scientifically known as Maesa laxiflora, is a remarkable medicinal plant cherished in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this species offers significant potential in treating various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological benefits is essential for exploring its vital role in natural medicine.
- Family
- Primulaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Maesa laxifloraSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ericales, it is classified under the family Primulaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement concludes within the genus Maesa.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Genus | Maesa |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Maesa laxiflora, exhibits a specific geographical range within the Southeast Asian region. Its natural distribution is primarily concentrated within the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Laos. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit various areas across Vietnam. These locations define the known environmental boundaries for this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indo-China | Laos |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Maesa laxiflora has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include D-galactose, D-glucose, D-glucuronic acid, L-rhamnose.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| D-galactose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-glucose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-glucuronic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| L-rhamnose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
D-galactose
- Journal of natural products
D-glucose
- Journal of natural products
D-glucuronic acid
- Journal of natural products
L-rhamnose
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Maesa laxiflora has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include n-BuOH extract of the leaves.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| N-buoh extract of the leaves | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
N-buoh extract of the leaves
- Journal of natural products