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Thottea siliquosa

Thottea siliquosa · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

scientifically known as Thottea siliquosa, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to the Western Ghats. Renowned for its unique pharmacological properties, it is traditionally used in various herbal remedies. This species holds significant potential in ethnobotany, offering valuable insights into natural treatments for diverse health conditions and ailments.

Family
Aristolochiaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Bragantia Wallichii Var. Latifolia · Trimeriza Piperina · 5 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Thottea siliquosa

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Piperales, it is classified under the family Aristolochiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Thottea, specifically identified as Thottea siliquosa.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Piperales
Family Aristolochiaceae
Genus Thottea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural range encompasses large portions of India, where it thrives in various local habitats. Additionally, the species is distributed across the island nation of Sri Lanka. These two regions represent the core geographical extent for its occurrence in the wild. Consequently, its presence is closely tied to the specific climatic conditions found within these South Asian territories.

Region Area
Indian Subcontinent India
Indian Subcontinent Sri Lanka

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Thottea siliquosa is characterized by its growth habit as a woody liana, functioning as a climbing vine that relies on external structures for support. This species exhibits an obligatory climbing nature, meaning it is dependent on climbing to reach light and sustain its structural development rather than being self-supporting or facultative. The plant's structural framework is distinctly woody, providing the necessary strength and durability required for its life as a perennial climbing vine.

Climber :
liana
Climber :
obligatory
Woodiness :
woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Thottea siliquosa has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Thottea siliquosa
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Biomedicines

Chemicals

Thottea siliquosa has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-Palmitoylglycerol, Isocorydine, Thunbergol, squalene.

Chemicals reported in Thottea siliquosa
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
2-Palmitoylglycerol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Isocorydine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Thunbergol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
squalene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

2-Palmitoylglycerol

  1. Biomedicines

Isocorydine

  1. Biomedicines

Thunbergol

  1. Biomedicines

squalene

  1. Biomedicines

Preparations

Thottea siliquosa has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include aqueous root extract.

Preparations reported for Thottea siliquosa
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Aqueous root extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aqueous root extract

  1. Biomedicines