Agathis alba
Agathis alba, commonly known as the White Agathis, is a rare medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Primarily utilized in traditional herbal practices, it is celebrated for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. This botanical treasure offers promising insights into natural wellness and holistic healing approaches.
- Scientific name: Agathis alba
- Family: Araucariaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Pinidae. Within the order Pinales, it is classified under the family Araucariaceae and is identified by the genus Agathis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Araucariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Agathis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Agathis alba, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Kauri pine, while in Indonesian, it is commonly called Damar putih.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the Malesia botanical region. It can be found growing within the islands of the Maluku archipelago. Additionally, its natural range extends to the various islands of the Philippines. The species is also documented to inhabit the region of Sulawesi. These locations highlight its presence across several key maritime areas in Southeast Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Agathis alba, is primarily valued for its medicinal and commercial properties derived from its specific anatomical structures. The bark (sb) is a significant component, often utilized in various traditional applications. Additionally, the leaves/twigs (lf/tw) serve as important parts of the plant used in herbal preparations.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| sb | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lf/tw | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Agathis alba has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |