Wurfbainia microcarpa

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Amomum microcarpum

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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 and the order Zingiberales, falling within the family Zingiberaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Wurfbainia and the specific species name microcarpa.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within East and Southeast Asia. In China, its presence is primarily recorded in the southeastern regions of the country. The species also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it can be found in various habitats. Specifically, its range includes the nations of Laos and Myanmar. Additionally, the plant is documented to grow within the borders of Vietnam.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Wurfbainia microcarpa is characterized by its classification as a cryptophyte, specifically functioning as a geophyte. This indicates that the plant survives unfavorable environmental conditions through underground storage organs, such as rhizomes or tubers, which protect its vital tissues from extreme temperatures or seasonal desiccation. By utilizing this survival strategy, the species can remain dormant during periods of stress and re-emerge rapidly when environmental conditions become favorable for growth and reproduction.

Life form :

geophyte

Life form :

cryptophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Wurfbainia microcarpa is characterized by its specialized growth habit and vegetative structure. It functions as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its structural development to navigate its environment. In terms of its nutritional strategy, the plant is categorized as independent, meaning it does not rely on a host for sustenance through parasitic mechanisms. Furthermore, it is a terrestrial organism rather than an epiphyte, establishing its presence and root systems within the soil of its natural habitat.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Wurfbainia microcarpa has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-nerolidol, BORNYL ACETATE, Borneol, D-Limonene, Fenchone.

(E)-nerolidol

1. Journal of natural medicines

BORNYL ACETATE

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Borneol

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

D-Limonene

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Fenchone

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Linalool

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Terpinen-4-ol

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

camphor

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine