Strobilanthes ciliata
Strobilanthes ciliata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Strobilanthes ciliata, scientifically known as Strobilanthes ciliata, is a versatile medicinal shrub prized in traditional healing systems. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and respiratory issues. This potent botanical serves as a vital resource in holistic wellness practices.
- Family
- Acanthaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Nilgirianthus Ciliatus · Strobilanthes Parviflora · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Strobilanthes ciliataSynonyms
- Nilgirianthus ciliatus
- Strobilanthes parviflora
- Nilgirianthus warreensis
- Strobilanthes warreensis
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Strobilanthes ciliatus
German:
- Strobilanthes ciliatus
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Strobilanthes |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
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 |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Strobilanthes ciliata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include squalene, STIGMASTEROL.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| squalene | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
squalene
- BMC plant biology
- Physiologia plantarum
STIGMASTEROL
- BMC plant biology
Preparations
Strobilanthes ciliata has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Callus cultures.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Callus cultures | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Callus cultures
- Physiologia plantarum