Prismatomeris tetrandra
Prismatomeris tetrandra, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb, holds profound value in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique biochemical properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and therapeutic potential is essential for exploring its contributions to modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Prismatomeris tetrandra
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianaales, it is classified under the family Rubiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Prismatomeris, and species name, tetrandra.
| 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 tetrandra, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic context and regional naming conventions. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 海南三角瓣花 (zh), 四蕊三角瓣花 (zh), or 南山花 (zh). These names are also consistently applied in simplified Chinese contexts, such as 海南三角瓣花 (zh-hans) and 海南三角瓣花 (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 海南三角瓣花 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 海南三角瓣花 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 海南三角瓣花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 四蕊三角瓣花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 南山花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 多花三角瓣花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 黄根 | Wikidata |
| zh | 拉拉藤 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several regions across Asia. In China, it is found throughout the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan provinces. Its range also extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the state of Assam. Additionally, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Bangladesh. Together, these locations highlight the plant's presence across both Chinese and South Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Prismatomeris tetrandra, utilizes its underground structures for stability and nutrient absorption. The roots, which consist of a primary root system, serve as the foundational part of the organism, anchoring it firmly into the soil. These roots are essential for extracting water and minerals necessary to support the plant's overall medicinal properties and growth.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Prismatomeris tetrandra has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-hydroxy-2,3-dimethoxy-7-methyl-9,10-anthraquinone, 1-hydroxy-2-methylanthraquinone, 3-hydroxy-1,5,6-trimethoxy-2-methyl-9,10-anthraquinone, beta-sitosterol, rubiadin.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1-hydroxy-2,3-dimethoxy-7-methyl-9,10-anthraquinone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1-hydroxy-2-methylanthraquinone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-hydroxy-1,5,6-trimethoxy-2-methyl-9,10-anthraquinone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rubiadin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rubiadin-1-methyl ether | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |