Tripterospermum lanceolatum
Tripterospermum lanceolatum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Tripterospermum lanceolatum, is a remarkable medicinal plant indigenous to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique lanceolate leaves and bioactive compounds, it holds significant potential in traditional healing practices. Researchers are increasingly exploring its phytochemical properties to uncover new therapeutic applications for treating various inflammatory and metabolic conditions.
- Family
- Gentianaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Crawfurdia Lanceolata
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Tripterospermum lanceolatumSynonyms
- Crawfurdia lanceolata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Gentianales and the family Gentianaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Tripterospermum, specifically as the species Tripterospermum lanceolatum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Gentianaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tripterospermum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Tripterospermum lanceolatum, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural occurrence is concentrated within the region of Eastern Asia. Specifically, this medicinal species is found inhabiting the island of Taiwan. Because its distribution is so localized, it is considered an endemic element of that specific area. Consequently, the plant's presence is a unique feature of the Taiwanese landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Tripterospermum lanceolatum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Norathyriol, XANTHONE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Norathyriol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| XANTHONE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Norathyriol
- European journal of pharmacology
XANTHONE
- European journal of pharmacology