Strobilanthes ciliata
Strobilanthes ciliata, commonly known as Karisalaksham in Ayurveda, is a significant medicinal shrub prized for its therapeutic properties. Widely distributed across India, this plant is renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities, making it a vital component in traditional remedies for managing various systemic ailments and infections.
- Scientific name: Strobilanthes ciliata
- Family: Acanthaceae
- 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 Acanthaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Strobilanthes.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Acanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Strobilanthes | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Strobilanthes ciliata, is referred to by various names depending on the region and language. In Malayalam, it is commonly known as ചിന്നക്കുറിഞ്ഞി (chinna-kkurinjini), while in Spanish, Italian, Cebuano, and Swedish, it is identified by its scientific designation, Strobilanthes ciliatus.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ml | ചിന്നക്കുറിഞ്ഞി | Wikidata |
| es | Strobilanthes ciliatus | Wikidata |
| it | Strobilanthes ciliatus | Wikidata |
| ceb | Strobilanthes ciliatus | Wikidata |
| sv | Strobilanthes ciliatus | Wikidata |
| war | Strobilanthes ciliatus | Wikidata |
| ta | சின்னக் குறிஞ்சி | Wikidata |
| de | Strobilanthes ciliatus | Wikidata |
| ta | கருங்குறிஞ்சி | Wikidata |
| ta | கரிங்குறிஞ்சி | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural habitat is specifically concentrated in the country of India. Within this region, it thrives in various ecological niches that support its growth. The geographical range is relatively localized to this specific part of South Asia. Consequently, its distribution is a defining characteristic of its presence in the wild.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |