Tupistra nutans
Tupistra nutans, commonly known as the nodding Tupistra, is a distinctive medicinal herb native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. Belonging to the Piperaceae family, this lush, shade-loving plant is valued for its unique botanical features and traditional uses in treating various ailments through its bioactive phytochemical properties.
- Scientific name: Tupistra nutans
- Family: Asparagaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Tupistra nutans, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Asparagales and the family Asparagaceae. Its taxonomic classification is completed within the genus Tupistra.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asparagaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tupistra | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Tupistra nutans, is known by various local names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as the nodding tupistra, while in its native habitats, it may be identified by specific regional vernaculars. For instance, in certain local dialects, it is called tupistra nutans, and in other linguistic contexts, it is known as tupistra.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Tupistra nutans, exhibits a specific regional presence within the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the northeastern state of Assam. Additionally, the species can be found growing within the borders of Bangladesh. These locations highlight its preference for the humid environments typical of these tropical zones. Consequently, its geographical distribution is relatively localized to these specific areas of South Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
Chemicals
Tupistra nutans has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include diosgenin, linoleic acid, palmitoleic acid, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diosgenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linoleic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| palmitoleic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| unsaturated fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vitamin E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Tupistra nutans has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Tupistra nutans has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include pain.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |