Wurfbainia biflora
Wurfbainia biflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Wurfbainia biflora, scientifically known as Wurfbainia biflora, is a medicinal plant valued in traditional pharmacology. Belonging to the Berberidaceae family, it is recognized for its unique phytochemical profile. Researchers study its bioactive compounds for potential therapeutic applications, particularly in managing inflammatory conditions and supporting overall metabolic health through natural extracts.
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cardamomum Biflorum · Cyphostigma Pubescens · 3 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Wurfbainia bifloraSynonyms
- Cardamomum biflorum
- Cyphostigma pubescens
- Elettariopsis pubescens
- Amomum elettarioides
- Amomum biflorum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Zingiberales. Finally, it is a member of the family Zingiberaceae, falling under the genus Wurfbainia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zingiberales | WCVP |
| Family | Zingiberaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Wurfbainia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Wurfbainia biflora, possesses a specific range within the Malesian botanical region. Its natural occurrence is primarily documented across the Malay Peninsula. Additionally, the species can be found growing within the diverse ecosystems of Sumatera. These two locations represent the core geographical distribution for this medicinal flora. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated within these specific Southeast Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Activities
Wurfbainia biflora has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinesterase | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Wurfbainia biflora has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ethanolic extracts | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |