Phymatosorus grossus
Phymatosorus grossus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Phymatosorus grossus, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, it contains bioactive compounds that offer significant health benefits. This guide explores its botanical characteristics, traditional uses, and the growing scientific interest in its potential pharmacological applications.
- Family
- Polypodiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Rhizome
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Phymatosorus Hainanensis · Drynaria Grossa · 5 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Phymatosorus grossusSynonyms
- Phymatosorus hainanensis
- Drynaria grossa
- Microsorum grossum
- Phymatodes grossa
- Polypodium hemionitis
- Microsorum hainanense
- Polypodium grossum
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Polypodiinae, it falls under the order Polypodiales. Finally, it is categorized within the family Polypodiaceae under the genus Phymatosorus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae |
| Order | Polypodiales |
| Family | Polypodiaceae |
| Genus | Phymatosorus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several distinct ecological regions across Asia. In East Asia, it is specifically documented within the Hainan province of China. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it can be found in both India and Sri Lanka. The species also inhabits the Indo-China region, specifically within the borders of Vietnam. Finally, its range reaches into Malesia, with recorded occurrences on the island of Borneo.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | Hainan |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
| Malesia | Borneo |
| Papuasia | New Guinea |
| Papuasia | Solomon Is. |
| Australia | Northern Territory |
| Australia | Queensland |
| Australia | Western Australia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Phymatosorus grossus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include rhizome.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Rhizome | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Rhizome
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Chemicals
Phymatosorus grossus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 20-HYDROXYECDYSONE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 20-HYDROXYECDYSONE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
20-HYDROXYECDYSONE
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Activities
Phymatosorus grossus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Adaptogenic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptogenic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Adaptogenic
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Preparations
Phymatosorus grossus has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Fronds or rhizomes.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fronds or rhizomes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fronds or rhizomes
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