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Sarcolobus globosus

Sarcolobus globosus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Sarcolobus globosus, is a remarkable medicinal plant revered for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, it contains unique bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological potential is essential for exploring its significant contributions to natural medicine and holistic wellness.

Family
Apocynaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sarcolobus globosus

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Gentianales, it is a member of the family Apocynaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Sarcolobus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Gentianales
Family Apocynaceae
Genus Sarcolobus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In East Asia, it can be found specifically throughout Southeast China. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it is documented in both India and Bangladesh. Furthermore, the species is located within the Indo-China region, specifically inhabiting the Andaman Islands. Finally, its range includes the landlocked territory of Laos.

Region Area
China China Southeast
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh
Indian Subcontinent India
Indo-China Andaman Is.
Indo-China Laos
Indo-China Myanmar
Indo-China Nicobar Is.
Indo-China Thailand
Indo-China Vietnam
Malesia Borneo

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Sarcolobus globosus is characterized by a growth form categorized as a herb, exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its vegetative body. This plant functions as an independent organism, lacking any parasitic relationship with host plants. In terms of its habitat and ecological positioning, it is primarily terrestrial, though it occupies a spectrum that can include semiaquatic and aquatic environments. While it possesses climbing capabilities, it is classified as an obligatory climber, relying on external structures for support rather than being self-supporting. Furthermore, its growth habit is strictly terrestrial, lacking any epiphytic tendencies such as being a holoepiphyte, hemiepiphyte, or facultative epiphyte.

Aquatic :
terrestrial
Climber :
obligatory
Epiphyte :
terrestrial
Growth form :
herb
Parasite :
independent
Woodiness :
non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Sarcolobus globosus has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 11-Hydroxytephrosin, 12a-Hydroxyrotenone, 12aalpha-Hydroxyrotenone, 13-Homo-13-oxa-6a,12a-dehydrodeguelin, 6a,12a-Dehydrodeguelin.

Chemicals reported in Sarcolobus globosus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
11-Hydroxytephrosin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
12a-Hydroxyrotenone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
12aalpha-Hydroxyrotenone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
13-Homo-13-oxa-6a,12a-dehydrodeguelin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
6a,12a-Dehydrodeguelin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Barbigerone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Isoflavones 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Sarcolobin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Sarcolobone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tephrosin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

11-Hydroxytephrosin

  1. Planta medica

12a-Hydroxyrotenone

  1. Planta medica

12aalpha-Hydroxyrotenone

  1. Planta medica

13-Homo-13-oxa-6a,12a-dehydrodeguelin

  1. Planta medica

6a,12a-Dehydrodeguelin

  1. Planta medica

Barbigerone

  1. Planta medica

Isoflavones

  1. Planta medica

Sarcolobin

  1. Planta medica

Sarcolobone

  1. Planta medica

Tephrosin

  1. Planta medica

Preparations

Sarcolobus globosus has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include diethylyl ether extract.

Preparations reported for Sarcolobus globosus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Diethylyl ether extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Diethylyl ether extract

  1. Planta medica