Phyllanthus orbicularis
Phyllanthus orbicularis, commonly known as the Orbicular Phyllanthus, is a distinctive medicinal shrub native to various tropical regions. Renowned for its unique leaf structure, this plant is highly valued in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties, often utilized to treat inflammatory conditions and support overall metabolic health.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus orbicularis
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Southern America
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 Malpighiales. Finally, it resides in the family Phyllanthaceae and is identified by 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 orbicularis, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the orbicular phyllanthus, while in Spanish, it is known as la hoja de sangre. In Portuguese, the plant is called folha de sangue, and in French, it is referred to as feuille de sang.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is found exclusively within the diverse ecosystems of the Caribbean region. Specifically, its natural range includes the island of Cuba, where it thrives in local habitats. It is also documented to grow across the Dominican Republic, contributing to the area's botanical richness. Furthermore, the species can be located within the territory of Haiti. Finally, its geographical presence extends to Puerto Rico, completing its distribution across these islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Haiti | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Puerto Rico | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Phyllanthus orbicularis, possesses distinct morphological features within its structure that are often studied for their medicinal properties. The stems are typically slender and serve as the central support for the plant's growth, providing the necessary framework for its development. Accompanying the stems are the leaves, which are arranged in a way that maximizes sunlight absorption, playing a crucial role in the plant's overall physiological functions.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Phyllanthus orbicularis has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-epicatechin-3-O-gallate, 1-aminopyrene, 2-aminoanthracene, 2-aminofluorene, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-epicatechin-3-O-gallate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1-aminopyrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-aminoanthracene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-aminofluorene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| m-phenylenediamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Phyllanthus orbicularis has 5 reported activities identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiviral, Antimutagenic, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic, Genotoxic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiviral | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antimutagenic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Phyllanthus orbicularis has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hydrogen peroxide, HSV-2, Hepatitis B virus, gamma-rays, hepatitis B virus.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hydrogen peroxide | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HSV-2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatitis B virus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gamma-rays | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hepatitis B virus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| herpes simplex virus type 2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mutation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative damage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| viral diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |