Wurfbainia microcarpa
Wurfbainia microcarpa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Wurfbainiia microcarpa, scientifically known as Wurfbainiia microcarpa, is a medicinal plant valued in traditional pharmacology. Belonging to the Lauraceae family, this species is recognized for its bioactive compounds. Researchers study its unique chemical profile to explore potential therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing inflammation and various metabolic health conditions.
- Family
- Zingiberaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Amomum Microcarpum
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Wurfbainia microcarpaSynonyms
- Amomum microcarpum
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.
| 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 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.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
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.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (E)-nerolidol | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BORNYL ACETATE | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Borneol | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-Limonene | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fenchone | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Linalool | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpinen-4-ol | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camphor | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |