Trachyspermum khasianum
Trachyspermum khasianum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Trachyspermum khasianum, is a significant medicinal herb native to the northeastern regions of India. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, this plant possesses unique phytochemical properties used to treat various ailments. Exploring its therapeutic potential offers vital insights into natural pharmacology and the preservation of indigenous knowledge.
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Carum Khasianum
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Trachyspermum khasianumSynonyms
- Carum khasianum
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is found within the genus Trachyspemum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Trachyspermum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning across several regions of South and Southeast Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is documented in the state of Assam. It is also found naturally occurring in the neighboring country of Bangladesh. Furthermore, its range extends into the Indo-China region, specifically within Myanmar. These locations highlight the localized habitat requirements of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Trachyspermum khasianum has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Analgesic
- Journal of pharmacopuncture
Conditions
Trachyspermum khasianum has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include toothache.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Toothache | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Toothache
- Journal of pharmacopuncture