Willughbeia edulis
Willughbeia eduilis, commonly known as the wild nutmeg, is a tropical climbing shrub valued for its edible fruits and medicinal properties. Indigenous to rainforest regions, it is traditionally utilized to treat digestive ailments, skin inflammations, and various internal infections, offering a rich source of nutrients and therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Willughbeia edulis
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Gentianales, it is a member of the family Apocynaceae. Finally, it is specifically identified under the genus Willughbeia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Willughbeia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across parts of South and Southeast Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in the region of Assam and throughout Bangladesh. Its presence extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it inhabits the landscapes of Cambodia. Additionally, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Laos. Finally, its natural range includes the territory of Myanmar.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Nicobar Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Activities
Willughbeia edulis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Diuretic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |