Phyllanthus lucens
Phyllanthus lucens, commonly known as the "small-leafed phyllanthus," is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, it possesses significant bioactive properties, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Researchers increasingly study this plant for its potential therapeutic applications in treating various metabolic and inflammatory ailments.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus lucens
- 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 categorized under 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, Phyllanthus lucens, is known by various regional names across different linguistic landscapes. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Luci's leaf flower, while in Hindi, it is known as Chhota lachha. In its native regions, it carries the name Mahaloa in Hawaiian and is called Kaloa in Tagalog.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its range also extends into the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, the species is documented to grow in the countries of Laos and Thailand. Together, these locations define the natural habitat for Phyllanthus lucens.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Phyllanthus lucens, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the leaves, stems, and branches, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic effects. When preparing medicinal extracts or decoctions, practitioners typically harvest these aerial parts to harness the plant's full medicinal potential.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |