Mappia pittosporoides
Mappia pittosporoides · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Mappia pittosporoides, scientifically known as Mappia pittosporoides, is a significant medicinal plant native to East Asian forests. Valued in traditional medicine, its various parts are utilized for their diverse therapeutic properties. Research continues to explore its bioactive compounds, highlighting its potential role in modern pharmacological developments and wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Mappia pittosporoidesDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across various regions of China. It can be found growing within the diverse landscapes of China South-Central. Additionally, its presence extends into the areas categorized as China North-Central. The species is also widely distributed throughout China Southeast. These three distinct regions define the primary geographical range of Mappia pittosporoides.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | China Southeast |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Mappia pittosporoides 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 root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Canadian journal of microbiology