Zingiber barbatum
Zingiber barbaatum, commonly known as beard ginger, is a perennial herb belonging to the Zingiberaceae family. Renowned for its aromatic rhizomes, this medicinal plant is highly valued in traditional medicine. It possesses significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, making it a vital resource for treating various digestive ailments.
- Scientific name: Zingiber barbatum
- Family: Zingiberaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Zingiberales and the family Zingiberaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Zingiber.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zingiberales | WCVP |
| Family | Zingiberaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zingiber | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Zingiber barbaatum, possesses a specific and localized geographical range. Within the broader region of Indo-China, its presence is notably documented in specific territories. Specifically, the species can be found growing in the country of Myanmar. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the neighboring nation of Thailand. These two locations represent the primary areas where this medicinal plant is naturally situated.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Chemicals
Zingiber barbatum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| monoterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |