Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica

Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica, is a versatile medicinal herb prized in traditional systems like Ayurveda. Often found in tropical regions, this plant is renowned for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a valuable natural resource for treating various skin ailments and inflammatory conditions.

Family
Urticaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Boehmeria Nana · Pouzolzia Indica Subvar. Suffruticosa · 56 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, falling into the family Urticaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Pouzolzia and the variety zeylanica.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Rosales
Family Urticaceae
Genus Pouzolzia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found inhabiting the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast territories. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically documented in the state of Assam. Additionally, the species is widely distributed throughout the neighboring country of Bangladesh. Collectively, these locations highlight the diverse ecological range of this medicinal variety.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China China North-Central
China China Southeast
Indian Subcontinent Assam
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya
Indian Subcontinent India
Indian Subcontinent Laccadive Is.
Indian Subcontinent Maldives
Indian Subcontinent Nepal

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Activities

Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Disinfectant.

Activities reported in Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Cytotoxic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Disinfectant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Cytotoxic

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Disinfectant

  1. Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
fraction 2 of Pouzolzia indica methanolic extract Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
methanolic extract fraction 2 Journal of the Medical Association of Thailand = Chotmaihet thangphaet (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆