Aglaia
Aglaiia, commonly known as a genus of flowering plants in the Meliaceae family, holds significant value in traditional medicine. Native to tropical regions, various species are prized for their bioactive compounds. These plants are often studied for their potential antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Aglaia
- Family: Meliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is categorized under the order Sapindales and the family Meliaceae. Ultimately, the medicinal plant is classified under the genus Aglaiia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Meliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aglaia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across several prominent regions in East Asia. Within mainland China, its presence is noted in the South-Central and Southeast areas. It can also be found in the unique tropical environment of Hainan. Furthermore, the species extends into the high-altitude regions of Tibet. Finally, its geographical reach includes the island of Taiwan in Eastern Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aglaia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Artesunate.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Artesunate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Aglaia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aglaia has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |