Swertia corymbosa
Swertiia corymbosa, commonly known as Swertia or Chirata, is a potent medicinal herb native to the Himalayan regions. Renowned in Ayurveda, it possesses intense bitter properties used to treat fever, digestive disorders, and skin ailments. This plant serves as a vital natural remedy for enhancing liver function and immunity.
- Scientific name: Swertia corymbosa
- Family: Gentianaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Gentianaales. Finally, it is a member of the family Gentianaceae and falls under the genus Swertia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Gentianaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Swertia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Swertia corymbosa, is widely recognized in various regional contexts due to its medicinal properties. In the Malayalam language, it is commonly referred to as അവൽപ്പൂവ്.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ml | അവൽപ്പൂവ് | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Swertia corymbosa, possesses a specific and localized geographical range. Its presence is primarily documented within the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this large region, the species is specifically found growing in India. This limited distribution suggests that the plant thrives under particular environmental conditions found in this part of Asia. Consequently, its natural habitat is closely tied to the diverse landscapes of the Indian territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Activities
Swertia corymbosa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |