Piper rostratum
Piper rostratum, commonly known as the pepper plant, is a significant medicinal species found in tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. This plant's unique chemical composition offers fascinating potential for pharmacological research and modern healthcare applications.
- Scientific name: Piper rostratum
- Family: Piperaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Piperales, it is classified under the family Piperaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Piper.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Piperales | WCVP |
| Family | Piperaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Piper | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across the Southeast Asian region. Within the Indo-China territory, it can be found growing in Myanmar and Thailand. Its presence extends into the Malesia region, where it is documented in Jawa and Malaya. Additionally, the species is recorded as being native to the Maluku islands. This broad range highlights its adaptability to various tropical environments across these diverse locations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Piper rostratum, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, specifically involving its roots, leaves, and barks. The roots are often harvested for their concentrated chemical compounds, while the leaves serve as a common topical or decocted application in traditional practices. Additionally, the barks are utilized to extract essential bioactive constituents, making the entire structure of the plant a significant resource in ethnobotany.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| barks | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Piper rostratum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |