Wurfbainia longiligularis
Wurfbainia longiligularis, commonly known as a medicinal herb in traditional practices, is a significant plant species valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Found in specific ecological niches, it offers promising therapeutic potential. Research continues to explore its bioactive compounds, highlighting its importance in developing natural treatments for various ailments.
- Scientific name: Wurfbainia longiligularis
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Zingiberales, it is classified under the family Zingiberaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Wurfbainia as the species Wurfbainia longiligularis.
| 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 exhibits a diverse geographical range across several distinct regions in Asia. In China, its distribution can be found specifically within Hainan and throughout China Southeast. Its presence extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it inhabits various landscapes. Within this area, it is documented to grow in Laos and Thailand. Furthermore, the species is also widely distributed across Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Wurfbainia longiligularis has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-borneol, (-)-borneol, acetyl-CoA, borneol, bornyl acetate.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-borneol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-borneol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acetyl-CoA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| borneol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bornyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| farnesyl diphosphate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| geranyl diphosphate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoborneol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| monoterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Wurfbainia longiligularis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastrointestinal diseases.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastrointestinal diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |