Myxopyrum smilacifolium
Myxopyrum smilacifoliuim, commonly known as the climbing myxopyrrum, is a significant medicinal herb found in tropical regions. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant possesses diverse therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. Its unique chemical constituents make it a subject of interest for developing new botanical treatments.
- Scientific name: Myxopyrum smilacifolium
- Family: Oleaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, falling into the family Oleaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Myxopyrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Myxopyrum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is specifically noted in the province of Hainan. It is also widely spread throughout the Indian Subcontinent, appearing in India, Bangladesh, and the state of Assam. Furthermore, its range extends to the Andaman Islands within the Indo-China region. These varied locations highlight the diverse habitats where the species can be found.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Nicobar Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Chemicals
Myxopyrum smilacifolium has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include myxopyroside.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| myxopyroside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |