Phyllanthus indofischeri
Phyllanthus indofischeri, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a significant species within the Phyllanthaceae family. Found primarily in tropical regions, this plant holds immense ethnobotanical value. Researchers are increasingly investigating its bioactive compounds for potential therapeutic applications, particularly in developing natural treatments for various inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus indofischeri
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, it is situated in the family Phyllanthaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the 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 indofischeri, is referred to by the common name കരനെല്ലി in Malayalam.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ml | കരനെല്ലി | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a highly specific and limited geographical range within the natural world. Its presence is primarily concentrated within the vast region known as the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, the documented distribution of Phyllanthus indofischeri is restricted to the country of India. This localized occurrence suggests that the species may be adapted to the unique climatic conditions found in this area. Consequently, researchers focusing on this medicinal plant primarily direct their field studies toward the Indian landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Chemicals
Phyllanthus indofischeri has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include vitamin C.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| vitamin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |