Swertia mileensis
Swertia mileensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Swertia mileensis, scientifically known as Swertia mileensis, is a medicinal herb valued in traditional pharmacology. Belonging to the Gentianaceae family, this plant is recognized for its bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized in herbal remedies to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall metabolic balance and wellness.
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf · Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Swertia mileensisSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales. 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 is characterized by a specific and localized geographical distribution. It is found natively within the territory of China. More precisely, its habitat is concentrated in the South-Central regions of the country. This particular area provides the environmental conditions necessary for its growth. Consequently, its presence is primarily defined by these specific Chinese provinces.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Swertia mileensis has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Pharmacognosy magazine
Stem
- Pharmacognosy magazine
Chemicals
Swertia mileensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Swertiamarin, Amarogentin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Swertiamarin | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Amarogentin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Swertiamarin
- Pharmacognosy magazine
- Planta medica
Amarogentin
- Planta medica
Conditions
Swertia mileensis has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include hepatitis.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatitis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hepatitis
- Pharmacognosy magazine
Preparations
Swertia mileensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include whole plants.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Whole plants | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Whole plants
- Organic & biomolecular chemistry