Tricholepis glaberrima
Tricholepis glaberrima · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Tricholepis glaberrima, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Widely used in traditional Ayurvedic and folk medicine, this plant possesses significant antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It is frequently employed to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and various inflammatory conditions through its bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Tricholepis glaberrimaDistribution
This plant, known scientifically as Tricholepis glaberrima, possesses a specific and localized geographical range. Its presence is primarily concentrated within the vast expanse of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this broad region, the species is most notably documented throughout the various landscapes of India. This distribution suggests that the plant is well-adapted to the specific climatic and soil conditions found in this part of Asia. Consequently, researchers focusing on its medicinal properties primarily look to the Indian territory for wild specimens.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Chemicals
Tricholepis glaberrima has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Betulin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Tricholepis glaberrima has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |