Melastoma malabathricum subsp. normale
Melastoma malabathricum subsp. normale, commonly known as the Malabar Melastome, is a significant medicinal shrub found in tropical ecosystems. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, this subspecies is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including inflammation and skin conditions, showcasing its vital role in ethnobotanical biodiversity.
- Scientific name: Melastoma malabathricum subsp. normale
- Family: Melastomataceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Myrtales, it is classified under the family Melastomataceae and the genus Melastoma. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies Melastoma malabathricum subsp. normale.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Melastomataceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Melastoma | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Melastoma malabathricum subsp. normale, is known by various local names depending on the linguistic region. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Malabar Melastome, while in Hindi, it is known as Malabar Melastome. In Tamil, the plant is called Malabar Melastome, and in Malayalam, it is also identified as Malabar Melastome.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of locations across Eastern Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central regions and the island of Hainan. It can also be found throughout China Southeast and across the high-altitude terrain of Tibet. Additionally, the species extends its reach to the island of Taiwan. Together, these regions define the specific geographical footprint of this subspecies.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Melastomata malabathricum subsp. normale, possesses a specialized root system that plays a crucial role in its survival and medicinal efficacy. The roots serve as the primary anchor for the specimen, absorbing essential water and nutrients from the soil to support its vegetative growth. In various traditional medicinal practices, these roots are often the specific part harvested and processed, as they are believed to contain concentrated bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |