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white batflower

Tacca integrifolia · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (23 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

White batflower, scientifically known as Tacca integrifolia, is a captivating tropical perennial prized for its dramatic, dark foliage and unique, spider-like blooms. Native to Southeast Asian rainforests, this ornamental plant adds exotic flair to shaded gardens, offering a striking architectural element that fascinates botanists and collectors alike.

Family
Dioscoreaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Rhizome
Common names
Batplant · White Bat Flower
Scientific synonyms
Ataccia Laevis · Ataccia Integrifolia · 7 more

Names

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Tacca integrifolia

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Dioscoreales, falling into the family Dioscoreaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Tacca.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Dioscoreales WCVP
Family Dioscoreaceae WCVP
Genus Tacca WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of Asia. In China, its presence is primarily noted within the Tibet region. Moving to the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in Assam and throughout Bangladesh. The species is also distributed across the East Himalaya area. Finally, it is widely documented as being native to India.

Region Area Source
China Tibet WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Assam WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh WCVP
Indian Subcontinent East Himalaya WCVP
Indian Subcontinent India WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Pakistan WCVP
Indo-China Cambodia WCVP
Indo-China Laos WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP
Indo-China Thailand WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, known scientifically as Tacca integrifolia, utilizes its specialized underground structures for survival and nutrient storage. Specifically, the rhizomes serve as the primary storage organs, allowing the plant to persist through unfavorable conditions and facilitate vegetative propagation. These fleshy, horizontal stems remain buried beneath the soil surface, providing the necessary energy reserves to support the development of its distinctive foliage and dark, intricate flowers during the growing season.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
rhizome Mycotoxin research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Tacca integrifolia has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include OCHRATOXIN A, betulinic acid.

Chemicals reported in Tacca integrifolia
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
OCHRATOXIN A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
betulinic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

OCHRATOXIN A

  1. Mycotoxin research

betulinic acid

  1. Dr. Duke

Activities

Tacca integrifolia has 19 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer.

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Cytotoxic Dr. Duke (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Anthelmintic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
AntiHIV Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antibacterial Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Anticancer Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Anticarcinomic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antiedemic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antiinflammatory Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antileukemic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antimalarial Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
rhizomes Mycotoxin research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆