Sophora interrupta
Sophora interrupta · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Sophora interrupta, scientifically known as Sophora interrupta, is a distinctive medicinal shrub native to specific coastal regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, this plant has long been utilized in traditional healing practices. Its unique chemical composition offers significant potential for pharmacological research and the development of natural remedies.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Sophora interruptaSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized into the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Sophora.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Sophora |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a medicinal species with a very specific and limited geographical range. Within the vast landscape of the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is notable. Specifically, the distribution of Sophora interrupta is found within the borders of India. This localized occurrence suggests that the species thrives under particular environmental conditions found in this region. Consequently, understanding its habitat in India is essential for its conservation and medicinal study.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Sophora interrupta has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticancer
- Bioinformation
Conditions
Sophora interrupta has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cancer.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cancer
- Bioinformation