Trichosanthes tricuspidata
Great fringed-flower vine
Trichosanthes tricuspidata, commonly known as the three-cusp creeper, is a versatile medicinal herb native to tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, it possesses significant therapeutic properties, particularly for treating skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. This climbing plant serves as a vital botanical resource in various holistic healing practices.
- Scientific name: Trichosanthes tricuspidata
- Family: Cucurbitaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
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 Cucurbitaleales. Finally, it is a member of the family Cucurbitaceae and falls under the genus Trichosanthes.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Cucurbitales | WCVP |
| Family | Cucurbitaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Trichosanthes | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Trichosanthes tricuspidata, is recognized by various regional common names across different languages and cultures. In Chinese, it is referred to as 三尖栝楼 (sān jiān guā lóu), while in Thailand, it is called กระดิ่งช้างเผือก (krading chang phueak). In Odisha, India, it is known as ଶଲରା (shalara), and in Bengal, it is commonly called মাকাল (mākal). Additionally, in Japan, the species is identified as オオカラスウリ (ōkarasūri).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 三尖栝楼 | Wikidata |
| th | กระดิ่งช้างเผือก | Wikidata |
| or | ଶଲରା | Wikidata |
| ja | オオカラスウリ | Wikidata |
| bn | মাকাল | Wikidata |
| my | ကျီးအာပင် | Wikidata |
| id | Kalayar | Wikidata |
| te | అవ్వగూదపండు | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 三尖栝楼 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 三尖栝楼 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions within the Indo-China zone. Its natural habitat includes the various islands of the Andaman Is. area. Furthermore, it can be found growing throughout the country of Cambodia. The species is also established in the landscapes of Laos and Myanmar. Finally, its geographical range extends into the diverse terrains of Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Trichosanthes tricuspidata, possesses distinct morphological features that are utilized in various medicinal applications. The reproductive structures are particularly noteworthy, as the plant produces fleshy fruits that serve as a key component for identification. Within the anatomy of these fruits, the pericarp plays a crucial role, forming the protective outer layers that enclose the seeds.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pericarp | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Trichosanthes tricuspidata has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cyclotricuspidoside A, Cyclotricuspidoside C, flavonoid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cyclotricuspidoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cyclotricuspidoside C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Trichosanthes tricuspidata has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, Cytotoxic, Laxative.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Laxative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Trichosanthes tricuspidata has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Oxidative Stress, gastritis, laxative, migraine.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Oxidative Stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| laxative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| migraine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |