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Botanical Description
Botanical Description
Combretum indicum is a woody climbing vine that can reach lengths of 2.5 to 8 meters. Its leaves are ovate to elliptic with smooth margins and measure 7-15 cm in length. The plant produces fragrant, tubular flowers that change color from white to pink to red as they age, and these flowers are grouped in clusters. Its fruits are ellipsoid to oblong, ridged, and about 3-4 cm long, each containing a singleseed.
Taxonomical Classification
Taxonomical Classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Sub kingdom: Tracheobionta
Superdivision: Spermatophyta
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Equisetopsida
Subclass: Magnoliophyta
Order: Mytales
Family: Combretaceae
Genus: Combretum
Species: Combretum indicum
Properties
Properties
Anthelmintic, antifungal, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties.
Habitat/Distribution
Habitat/Distribution
Native to tropical Asia and naturalized in many parts of the world, including Africa, Australia, and the Americas.
Prefers sunny locations and well-drained soils but can tolerate partial shade.
Phytochemical Constituents
Phytochemical Constituents
Contains compounds such as quisqualic acid, rutin, and beta-sitosterol.
Uses
Uses
Industrial Uses:
Often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.
Fragrance extracted from flowers is used in the perfume industry.
Pharmaceutical Uses:
Used to treat intestinal worms, diarrhea, and skin infections.
Studied for potential use in treating parasitic infections and microbial diseases.
Pharmacological Uses:
Anthelmintic Properties: The seeds and fruits of Rangoon creeper are traditionally used as a deworming agent to treat intestinal parasites.
Antibacterial Activity: Extracts from the leaves and flowers have shown antibacterial properties against various pathogens.
Antifungal Effects: The plant exhibits antifungal activity, making it useful in treating fungal infections.
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