Swertia corymbosa
Swertia corymbosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Swertia corymbosa, scientifically known as Swertia corymbosa, is a potent medicinal herb cherished in Ayurvedic traditions. Renowned for its bitter principles, it serves as a powerful digestive tonic and liver stimulant. This plant is frequently utilized to manage metabolic disorders, enhance appetite, and support overall detoxification processes.
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Swertia Corymbosa Var. Elatior · Ophelia Corymbosa Var. Elatior · 3 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Swertia corymbosaSynonyms
- Swertia corymbosa var. elatior
- Ophelia corymbosa var. elatior
- Ophelia corymbosa
- Ophelia grisebachiana
- Swertia corymbosa var. grisebachiana
Sources: Wikidata
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Gentianaceae |
| Genus | Swertia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
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 |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Swertia corymbosa has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ethyl acetate extracts | Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| petroleum ether extracts | Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |