Uncaria sessilifructus
Uncaria sessilifructus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Uncaria sessilifructus, is a significant species within the Rubiaceae family, commonly recognized for its potent medicinal properties. Often categorized among the various "cat's claw" species, this woody vine is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to support immune health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall wellness.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Nauclea Sessilifructus · Nauclea Ovalifolia · 3 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Uncaria sessilifructusSynonyms
- Nauclea sessilifructus
- Nauclea ovalifolia
- Uruparia ovalifolia
- Uncaria ovalifolia
- Uruparia sessilifructus
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Gentianales. Ultimately, Uncaria sessilifructus is a member of the family Rubiaceae and the genus Uncaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Uncaria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, it can be found growing specifically within the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it is documented in the state of Assam. Additionally, the species is native to the landscapes of Bangladesh. Finally, it is also distributed throughout the East Himalaya region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Uncaria sessilifructus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Steroids, Terpenoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Steroids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Terpenoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Activities
Uncaria sessilifructus has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Neuroprotective.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Uncaria sessilifructus has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, cardiovascular diseases, migraine, neurodegenerative diseases.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular diseases | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| migraine | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neurodegenerative diseases | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |