Notoseris khasiana
Notoseris khasiana, commonly known as the Khasia Notoseris, is a precious medicinal herb native to the Khasi Hills of India. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. It is traditionally utilized in indigenous medicine to treat various ailments, offering promising potential for modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Notoseris khasiana
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Notoseris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Notoseris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Notoseris khasiana, is known by various common names depending on the regional language and location. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Khasi Notoseris, while in Hindi, it is known as Khasi Notoseris. Locally, in the Khasi language, it is called U Notoseris khasiana.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it is primarily located in the South-Central areas. In the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is noted specifically in the state of Assam. Furthermore, the species extends into the Indo-China region, particularly within Myanmar. These locations highlight the plant's preference for these particular subtropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |