Psychotria adenophylla
Psychotria adenophylla · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (26 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Psychotria adenophylla, is a resilient tropical shrub valued for its diverse pharmacological properties. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, this plant contains bioactive compounds believed to offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Understanding its chemical profile is essential for exploring its potential roles in modern therapeutic developments.
- Family
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- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Psychotria adenophyllaDistribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in South and Southeast Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is noted in India, Bangladesh, and the state of Assam. The species also extends into the Indo-China region, specifically inhabiting Cambodia. Furthermore, its range includes the Andaman Islands. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's diverse natural habitat across these territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
Chemicals
Psychotria adenophylla has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin, betulinic acid.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Psychotria adenophylla has 23 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticarcinomic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiedemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Psychotria adenophylla has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antidiabetic.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antidiabetic | Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |