Psiadia lithospermifolia
Psiadia lithospermifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Psiadia lithospermifolia, scientifically known as Psiadia lithospermifolia, is a medicinal shrub valued in traditional herbal medicine. Native to specific subtropical regions, this plant is recognized for its bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized in various therapeutic practices to address inflammatory conditions and support overall wellness through its natural properties.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Conyza Lithospermifolia · Elphegea Hirta
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Psiadia lithospermifoliaSynonyms
- Conyza lithospermifolia
- Elphegea hirta
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Baume d'Ile Plate
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Psiadia lithospermifolia, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is further categorized under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and falls within the genus Psiadia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Psiadia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is primarily found within the region of the Western Indian Ocean. Specifically, its documented presence is centered on the island of Mauritius. This restricted distribution suggests that the species may be endemic to this particular maritime environment. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the unique ecological conditions found in this area.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Psiadia lithospermifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- Scientific reports
Conditions
Psiadia lithospermifolia has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include T cell lymphoma.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| T cell lymphoma | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
T cell lymphoma
- Scientific reports