Rostellularia obtusa
Rostellularia obtusa, commonly known as the "Wild Grass" or "Rostellularia," is a resilient medicinal plant found in diverse tropical landscapes. Renowned for its unique botanical properties, it is utilized in traditional healing practices to treat various ailments, offering valuable therapeutic potential for natural wellness and holistic medicine.
- Scientific name: Rostellularia obtusa
- Family: Acanthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Acanthaceae and is placed within the genus Rostellularia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Acanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rostellularia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Rostellularia obtusa, is referred to by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly called the sea-mallow, while in Spanish, it is known as mallow de mar. In Portuguese, the plant is referred to as malva-do-mar.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily identified within the Malesia botanical region. Specifically, its documented presence is concentrated on the island of Jawa. This localized distribution suggests that the species is adapted to the particular environmental conditions found in this area. Consequently, researchers focusing on its habitat should direct their attention to the Indonesian archipelago. Understanding this specific range is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Rostellularia obtusa, is often utilized in its entirety for medicinal purposes, meaning the whole plant is frequently collected and prepared for treatment. A key component used in various traditional remedies is the leaf, which is valued for its specific bioactive properties.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| whole plant | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Rostellularia obtusa has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplatelet, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplatelet | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |