Phyllanthus orbiculatus
Phyllanthus orbiculatus, commonly known as the orbicular phyllanthus, is a versatile medicinal herb valued in traditional practices. Characterized by its unique rounded leaves, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. It is frequently utilized for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, playing a vital role in various herbal healing formulations.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus orbiculatus
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Malpighiales and is a member of the family Phyllanthaceae. Finally, it 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 orbiculatus, is known by various names across different regions and languages. In English, it is commonly referred to as the orbicular phyllanthus, while in Chinese, it is known as qián bái chě (前白车). In Japanese, the plant is called kōrai-shiki (高来式), and in Vietnamese, it is known as cây diệp hạ châu.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several distinct regions of the Americas. In the Caribbean, it can be found within the islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Its presence extends into Northern South America, where it inhabits French Guiana, Suriname, and Venezuela. Furthermore, the species reaches into Western South America, specifically documented in Bolivia. This broad range highlights the plant's ability to thrive in diverse tropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago | WCVP |
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Activities
Phyllanthus orbiculatus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antinociceptive.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |