Ranunculus diffusus
Ranunculus diffusus, commonly known as the spreading buttercup, is a versatile medicinal herb found in various tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized to treat skin inflammations, wounds, and digestive ailments. Its unique chemical profile offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Ranunculus diffusus
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- 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 Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Ranunculaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Ranunculus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ranunculus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range extending across several distinct regions of Asia. In Western Asia, its presence is documented within the borders of Afghanistan. Moving eastward, it can be found throughout South-Central China as well as in the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Within the Indian Subcontinent, the species is specifically located in the state of Assam. Finally, its distribution reaches into the rugged terrain of the East Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Activities
Ranunculus diffusus has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticarcinogenic, Antioxidant, Antiprotozoal.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiprotozoal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |