Phyllanthus androgynus
Phyllanthus androgynus, commonly known as Chanca Piedra or "stone breaker," is a versatile medicinal herb celebrated in traditional medicine. Renowned for its ability to support kidney health and assist in dissolving renal stones, this plant also offers potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and liver-protective properties, making it a vital botanical remedy.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus androgynus
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Phyllanthaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Phyllanthus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Phyllanthus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Phyllanthus androgynus, is recognized by various names depending on the region and language, such as ಚಕ್ರಮುನಿ in Kannada.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| kn | ಚಕ್ರಮುನಿ | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range across various parts of Asia. In China, it is widely distributed throughout the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan regions. Moving towards the Indian Subcontinent, the species is also found in the state of Assam. Furthermore, its presence extends into the neighboring territory of Bangladesh. Together, these locations highlight the plant's preference for diverse subtropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Phyllanthus androgynus, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in traditional medicine. While the fresh foliage is known for its nutritional value, the dried leaf is frequently processed and used to create various therapeutic preparations. These dried leaves are valued for their concentrated bioactive compounds, making them a key medicinal part of the plant used to support overall wellness.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dried Leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Phyllanthus androgynus has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antihemolytic, Antioxidant, Antiviral, Galactagogue.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihemolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Galactagogue | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |