Tinospora baenzigeri
Tinospora baenzigeri, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub, is highly valued in traditional herbal medicine. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions, infections, and various ailments. Its bioactive compounds offer promising potential for developing new therapeutic treatments in modern medicine.
- Scientific name: Tinospora baenzigeri
- Family: Menispermaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Menispermaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Tinospora, specifically as the species Tinospora baenzigeri.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Menispermaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tinospora | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Tinospora baenzigeri, is known by the common name ชิงช้าชาลี in Thailand.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| th | ชิงช้าชาลี | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the specific geographical region of Indo-China. Within this vast area, its documented presence is localized to the country of Thailand. The species occupies niche ecological zones that are characteristic of the Southeast Asian landscape. Consequently, its natural range is quite concentrated rather than being widely dispersed across multiple continents. Understanding this limited distribution is essential for studying its native habitat and conservation needs.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Tinospora baenzigeri, utilizes various anatomical structures for its biological functions and therapeutic applications. The stems are particularly significant, often characterized by a woody texture and a climbing growth habit that allows the plant to seek sunlight within its ecosystem. Additionally, the leaves serve as the primary site for photosynthesis, capturing solar energy to fuel the plant's growth and metabolic processes. Together, these stems and leaves contribute to the overall vitality of the species, which is highly valued in traditional medicine.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Tinospora baenzigeri has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include baenzigeride A, baenzigeride B, baenzigeroside A, baenzigeroside B.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| baenzigeride A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| baenzigeride B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| baenzigeroside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| baenzigeroside B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |