Prismatomeris memecyloides
Prismatomeris memecyloides, commonly known as the Silver-Leaf Medic, is a rare botanical specimen valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific microclimates, this plant contains potent bioactive compounds used in traditional healing to alleviate inflammation and support respiratory health, making it a subject of significant ethnobotanical interest.
- Scientific name: Prismatomeris memecyloides
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is categorized under the order Gentianales and is a member of the Rubiaceae family. Specifically, it is classified under the genus Prismatomeris as Prismatomeris memecyloides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Prismatomeris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Prismatomeris memei (often referred to in botanical contexts as Prismatomeris memei or Prismatomeris memei), is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as Memei's prismatomeris, while in Spanish, it is commonly called prismatomeris de Memei.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is found across several specific regions within the Indo-China peninsula. Its geographical range is primarily concentrated in the countries of Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Within these territories, the species establishes itself across diverse local habitats. The distribution pattern highlights its presence in key areas of Southeast Asia. Consequently, these three nations represent the core locations where this medicinal species can be located.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Prismatomeris memecyloides has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3-methylalizarin, asperulosidic acid, damnacanthal.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3-methylalizarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asperulosidic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| damnacanthal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |