Rostellularia vahliana
Rostellularia vahliana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Rostellularia vahliana, scientifically known as Rostellularia vahliana, is a specialized medicinal plant valued for its unique bioactive properties. Often found in specific ecological niches, this species is studied for its potential therapeutic applications. Understanding its traditional uses and chemical composition offers promising insights into natural pharmacology and plant-based healing.
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Justicia Vahliana · Justicia Vahlii Var. Rupicola · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Rostellularia vahlianaSynonyms
- Justicia vahliana
- Justicia vahlii var. rupicola
- Justicia diffusa var. vahlii
- Rostellularia vahlii var. rupicola
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Rostellularia vahliana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Acanthaceae and the genus Rostellularia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Rostellularia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Rostellularia vahliana, is widely distributed across several key regions of the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing naturally within the borders of India, covering a significant portion of its landscape. Furthermore, the species is documented to inhabit various parts of Pakistan. Its presence also extends to the island nation of Sri Lanka, showing a broad ecological range. Finally, the plant is also recorded in the territory of Bangladesh, completing its regional distribution pattern.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Rostellularia vahliana has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-Acetoxypinoresinol, 3-Hydroxysebacic acid, Flavonoid, Nortrachelogenin, Viscidulin III.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Acetoxypinoresinol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-Hydroxysebacic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Nortrachelogenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Viscidulin III | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
1-Acetoxypinoresinol
- Chemistry & biodiversity
3-Hydroxysebacic acid
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Flavonoid
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Nortrachelogenin
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Viscidulin III
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Activities
Rostellularia vahliana has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Hepatoprotective.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Hepatoprotective
- Chemistry & biodiversity