Osbeckia stellata
Osbeckia stellata, commonly known as the star-shaped osbeckia, is a captivating medicinal shrub prized for its vibrant blooms and therapeutic potential. Found in diverse tropical habitats, this plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, offering a rich source of bioactive compounds for holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Osbeckia stellata
- Family: Melastomataceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Myrtales, it is further categorized under the family Melastomataceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Osbeckia, specifically the species Osbeckia stellata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Melastomataceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Osbeckia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Osbeckia stellata, is identified by various common names across different linguistic and regional contexts. In Thailand, it is referred to as จุกนารี, while in Chinese, it is commonly called 星毛金锦香, a name that is consistently used across different character sets and regional standards, including 星毛金锦香 (zh-hans) and 星毛金锦香 (zh-cn). Additionally, it is also known by the name 朝天罐 in certain Chinese-speaking contexts.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| th | จุกนารี | Wikidata |
| zh | 星毛金锦香 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 星毛金锦香 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 星毛金锦香 | Wikidata |
| zh | 朝天罐 | Wikidata |
| zh | 倒罐子根 | Wikidata |
| zh | 朝天罐（阔叶金锦香） | Wikidata |
| zh | 假朝天罐 | Wikidata |
| zh | 罐子草 | Wikidata |
| zh | 仰天钟根 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Asia. Within China, it can be found growing in the South-Central and Southeast territories, as well as in the high-altitude areas of Tibet. Its range also extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically appearing in the Assam region. Furthermore, it is documented to inhabit the East Himalaya zone. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental settings where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Osbeckia stellata, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in its medicinal profile. These leaves are typically characterized by their distinct texture and vein patterns, serving as the main site for the concentration of bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies. In various therapeutic applications, the leaves are harvested and processed to extract the essential properties required for healing.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Osbeckia stellata has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |