Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus
Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus, is a small, herbaceous medicinal plant widely used in traditional systems like Ayurveda. Often found in tropical regions, it is prized for its potent bioactive compounds, which offer significant antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a valuable natural therapeutic resource.
- Family
- Phyllanthaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Leaf · Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Phyllanthus Minor · Phyllanthus Corcovadensis · 3 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellusSynonyms
- Phyllanthus minor
- Phyllanthus corcovadensis
- Phyllanthus brisbanicus
- Phyllanthus tenellus var. roxburghii
- Diasperus corcovadensis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Malpighiales and the family Phyllanthaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Phyllanthus as the variety Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae |
| Genus | Phyllanthus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several distinct regions of Europe and its surrounding islands. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing in the region of Sardegna. Its presence extends into Southeastern Europe, where it is documented in Italy. Within the same southeastern sector, the species is also located in Sicilia. Finally, the plant reaches Macaronesia, inhabiting both the Azores and the Canary Islands.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia |
| Macaronesia | Azores |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde |
| Macaronesia | Madeira |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus has 3 reported plant parts identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, root, stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Planta medica
Root
- Planta medica
Stem
- Planta medica
Chemicals
Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include BETA-SITOSTEROL, STIGMASTEROL, STIGMASTEROL ACETATE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL ACETATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Planta medica
STIGMASTEROL
- Planta medica
STIGMASTEROL ACETATE
- Planta medica
Activities
Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus has 1 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antinociceptive.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antinociceptive | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antinociceptive
- Planta medica
Preparations
Phyllanthus tenellus var. tenellus has 1 reported preparations identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include hydroalcoholic extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroalcoholic extract | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hydroalcoholic extract
- Planta medica
- The Journal of pharmacy and pharmacology