Salacia fruticosa
Salacia fruticosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Salaacia fruticosa, scientifically known as Salaacia fruticosa, is a woody climber native to the tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka. Renowned in Ayurvedic medicine, this potent plant is primarily utilized for its remarkable anti-diabetic properties and its ability to support metabolic health and overall systemic wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Salacia fruticosaDistribution
This plant, known scientifically as Salacia fruticosa, exhibits a specific geographical distribution within the Asian continent. It is primarily found growing across the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this region, the species is native to several parts of India. Additionally, its natural habitat extends into the territory of Bangladesh. These locations represent the core areas where the plant can be sourced for its medicinal properties.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Salacia fruticosa has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Natural product research
Preparations
Salacia fruticosa has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include leaf.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Natural product research