Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica
Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica, commonly known as Ceylon Pouzolzia, is a versatile medicinal herb native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant possesses significant therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. It is frequently utilized in herbal remedies to treat skin ailments, wounds, and various inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica
- Family: Urticaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Urticaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pouzolzia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica, is recognized by various regional names across different linguistic landscapes. In English, it is commonly referred to as Ceylon pokeweed, while in Sinhala, it is known as Pini kela.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Laccadive Is. | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Maldives | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
Activities
Pouzolzia zeylanica var. zeylanica has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Disinfectant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Disinfectant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |