Vincetoxicum arnottianum
Vincetoxicum arnottianum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Vinca, scientifically known as Vincetoxicum arnottium, is a climbing shrub native to the tropical regions of Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, this plant contains diverse bioactive compounds. It is widely utilized for its therapeutic potential in treating various ailments, including skin diseases, inflammation, and digestive disorders through herbal applications.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Methanolic Extract · Root Extract
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Olax Humilis · Cynanchum Arnottianum · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Vincetoxicum arnottianumSynonyms
- Olax humilis
- Cynanchum arnottianum
- Vincetoxicum montanum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianaales, it is classified under the family Apocynaceae and the genus Vincetoxicum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vincetoxicum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing in the regions of Pakistan. Additionally, its natural habitat extends into the West Himalaya area. These locations represent the primary zones where the species thrives in the wild. Consequently, its range is relatively localized to these particular South Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Vincetoxicum arnottianum, possesses various components that are utilized in traditional and pharmacological studies due to their bioactive potential. Scientific investigations often focus on the chemical constituents derived from the root extract, which is known to contain diverse alkaloids and glycosides responsible for its therapeutic effects. Furthermore, researchers frequently employ a methanolic extract to more effectively isolate these potent compounds, allowing for a deeper understanding of the plant's medicinal properties and its efficacy in various biological assays.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| methanolic extract | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root extract | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Vincetoxicum arnottianum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include VSM.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| VSM | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Vincetoxicum arnottianum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, cancer, wounds.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| VSM | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanolic extract | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| plant extract | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |