Broad-Leaf False Eranthemum
Pseuderanthemum latifolium · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Broad-Leaf False Eranthemu, scientifically known as Pseuderanthemum latifolium, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its therapeutic potential. Renowned for its large, vibrant foliage, this species is utilized in traditional healing practices to treat various ailments, offering unique phytochemical properties that continue to interest modern pharmacological research and herbal medicine.
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf · Root
- Common names
- Broad-Leaf False Eranthemum
- Scientific synonyms
- Rhytiglossa Latifolia · Ecbolium Latifolium · 17 more
Names
Common Names
- Broad-Leaf False Eranthemum
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pseuderanthemum latifoliumSynonyms
- Rhytiglossa latifolia
- Ecbolium latifolium
- Eranthemum latifolium
- Pseuderanthemum latifolium var. levicaspa
- Justicia latifolia
- Pigafetta malabarica
- Justicia palatifera
- Justicia honamoriensis
- Eranthemum borneense
- Eranthemum elatum
- Eranthemum pumilio
- Antheliacanthus micranthus
- Eranthemum malabaricum
- Pseuderanthemum borneense
- Eranthemum palatiferum var. levicapsa
- Pseuderanthemum palatiferum
- Pseuderanthemum malabaricum
- Eranthemum palatiferum var. elatum
- Pseuderanthemum palatiferum var. levicapsa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Pseuderanthemum latifolium, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Lamiales and the family Acanthaceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Pseuderanthemum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Acanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pseuderanthemum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it is found in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically appearing in the state of Assam. Furthermore, the species can be located within the borders of Bangladesh. These diverse locations highlight its ability to thrive in various subtropical environments.
| 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 | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pseuderanhemum latifolium, possesses distinct morphological features across its utilized components, specifically its roots and fresh leaves. The roots serve as a vital part of the plant's underground structure, often containing concentrated bioactive compounds essential for its medicinal properties. Above the ground, the fresh leaf stands out due to its broad shape and vibrant appearance, acting as the primary site for photosynthesis and a common source for extracting therapeutic elements in traditional applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Pseuderanthemum latifolium has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Asperglaucide, Betulin, Epifriedelanol, LUPENONE, Lupeol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Asperglaucide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Epifriedelanol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LUPENONE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lupeol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Palatiferin A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pomolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Asperglaucide
- Planta medica
Betulin
- Planta medica
Epifriedelanol
- Planta medica
LUPENONE
- Planta medica
Lupeol
- Planta medica
Palatiferin A
- Planta medica
Pomolic acid
- Planta medica
Activities
Pseuderanthemum latifolium has 3 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ethanol extracts | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water extracts | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |