Oldenlandia paniculata
Oldenlandia paniculata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Oldenlandia paniculata, scientifically known as Oldenlandia paniculata, is a resilient shrub native to specific Australian ecosystems. Renowned for its delicate foliage and small blooms, this botanical species holds significant interest in ethnobotany. Researchers explore its unique chemical properties, seeking potential therapeutic applications within traditional and modern medicinal practices.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Neanotis Paniculata · Hedyotis Blumeana · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Oldenlandia paniculataSynonyms
- Neanotis paniculata
- Hedyotis blumeana
- Oldenlandia paniculata var. multiflora
- Oldenlandia paniculata var. pygmaea
Sources: Wikidata
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 Gentianaales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rubiaceae and falls under the genus Oldenlandia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Oldenlandia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning across several key regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the Hainan province as well as the broader China Southeast region. Its distribution extends to the island of Taiwan, representing a significant portion of its Eastern Asian range. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species can also be found growing in India. Finally, its habitat reaches into Indo-China, specifically documented within the country of Thailand.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
| Malesia | Malaya |
| Malesia | Philippines |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Oldenlandia paniculata is characterized by its growth form as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its development.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Activities
Oldenlandia paniculata has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Current issues in molecular biology