Polyspora ceylanica
Polyspora ceylanica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Polyspora ceylanica, scientifically known as Polyspora ceylanica, is a significant medicinal herb native to the tropical regions of Sri Lanka. Valued in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, this plant possesses diverse therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, making it a vital resource for treating various ailments and promoting wellness.
- Family
- Theaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Gordonia Ceylanica · Nabiasodendron Ceylanicum · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Polyspora ceylanicaSynonyms
- Gordonia ceylanica
- Nabiasodendron ceylanicum
- Lasianthus ceylanicus
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Ericales and the family Theaceae. It is further identified by the genus Polyspora, specifically as the species Polyspora ceylanica.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Polyspora |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Polyspora ceylanica, exhibits a very specific and localized geographical distribution. Its presence is primarily concentrated within the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, the species is found inhabiting the island nation of Sri Lanka. Because its range is so restricted to this single region, it is considered an endemic species to that area. Consequently, the natural habitat of this medicinal plant is limited to the unique ecosystems found across Sri Lanka.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Polyspora ceylanica 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 stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Stem
- Natural product letters
Chemicals
Polyspora ceylanica has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include alpha-Spinasterol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| alpha-Spinasterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
alpha-Spinasterol
- Natural product letters
Preparations
Polyspora ceylanica has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include hexane extract of the stem bark.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hexane extract of the stem bark | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hexane extract of the stem bark
- Natural product letters