Stemodia viscosa
Stemodia viscosa, commonly known as Sticky Stemodia, is a versatile medicinal herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Renowned for its aromatic properties, this plant is widely utilized in traditional medicine to treat respiratory ailments, skin infections, and digestive issues, offering significant therapeutic potential through its unique bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Stemodia viscosa
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Plantaginaeceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Stemodia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Plantaginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Stemodia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Stemodia viscosa, is recognized by various regional names across different linguistic landscapes. In English, it is frequently referred to as sticky stemodia, while in Spanish, it is commonly called estemodia viscosa. Within various African contexts, particularly in South Africa, it is known by its isiZulu name, isicoco, and in isiXhosa, it is called isicoco. Furthermore, in Portuguese, the plant is identified as estemódia viscosa.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Stemodia viscosa, exhibits a specific distribution across the Indian Subcontinent. Its presence is documented within the diverse landscapes of India, where it thrives in various ecological niches. Furthermore, the species can be found growing in the state of Assam, representing its reach in the northeastern region. Beyond the mainland, its geographical range extends to the island nation of Sri Lanka. Together, these locations define the primary natural habitat for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
Chemicals
Stemodia viscosa has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, phenols.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Stemodia viscosa has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antiproliferative, Apoptotic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Apoptotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Stemodia viscosa has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Staphylococcus aureus.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |