Meyna spinosa
Meyna spinosa, commonly known as the spinous Meyna, is a versatile evergreen shrub native to South and Southeast Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, its various parts possess significant therapeutic properties, including antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. This resilient plant continues to be a subject of vital pharmacological research today.
- Scientific name: Meyna spinosa
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianaales, it is further nested within the family Rubiaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Meyna, with its species name being Meyna spinosa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Meyna | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Meyna spinosa, is known by various names depending on the region and language; for instance, in Assamese (as), it is commonly referred to as কেতকুৰা.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| as | কেতকুৰা | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this region, its presence is noted in several specific areas including Assam and India. It can also be found flourishing in the fertile terrains of Bangladesh. Additionally, the species inhabits the rugged elevations of the East Himalaya. Beyond the Indian Subcontinent, its range extends into the Indo-China region, specifically within Cambodia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Meyna spinosa, utilizes its leaves as a significant component for various medicinal applications. These leaves are often harvested for their bioactive properties, which are frequently employed in traditional practices to address different health concerns. Through the study of these leaves, researchers aim to better understand the therapeutic compounds they contain and their potential role in natural healing processes.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Meyna spinosa has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Genotoxic, Mutagenic, Toxic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mutagenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Toxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |