Wurfbainia uliginosa
Wurfbainia uliginosa, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in traditional herbalism, belongs to the Cornaceae family. Found primarily in East Asian regions, this species is valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds for potential applications in treating various inflammatory and oxidative conditions.
- Scientific name: Wurfbainia uliginosa
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is a member of the order Zingiberales and falls under the family Zingiberaceae. Taxonomically, it is identified by the genus Wurfbainia, with the specific species being Wurfbainia uliginosa.
| 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, Wurfbainia uliginosa, exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the Indo-China region. It can be found growing naturally throughout the diverse landscapes of Cambodia. Additionally, its presence extends into the forested areas of Laos and Myanmar. The species is also well-documented across the territories of Thailand. Finally, its habitat encompasses the various ecological zones found in Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |