Phyllanthus phillyreifolius
Phyllanthus phillyreifolius, commonly known as a medicinal shrub, is a significant botanical species valued in traditional medicine. Native to specific tropical regions, it is recognized for its unique chemical properties. Research focuses on its potential therapeutic applications, particularly for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits in treating various ailments.
- Scientific name: Phyllanthus phillyreifolius
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Africa
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, falling into the family Phyllanthaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined 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 phyllireifolius, is known by various local names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the leaf-leaf phyllanthus, while in Spanish, it is known as phyllanthus phyllireifolius. In Portuguese, the plant is called phyllanthus phyllireifolius, and in French, it is identified as phyllanthus phyllireifolius.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific and localized geographical distribution within the Western Indian Ocean region. Its presence is primarily documented across several key island territories in this oceanic area. Specifically, it can be found growing in the natural habitats of Mauritius. Additionally, the species is also distributed throughout the island of Réunion. These two locations represent its known range within this particular maritime environment.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
Chemicals
Phyllanthus phillyreifolius has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include geraniin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| geraniin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Phyllanthus phillyreifolius has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include ZIKV, Zika Virus Infection, dengue virus.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ZIKV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Zika Virus Infection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dengue virus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |