Alseodaphne pendulifolia
Alseodaphne pendulifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Alsseaodaphne pendulifolia, scientifically known as Alsseaodaphne pendulifolia, is a distinctive shrub native to specific Australian ecosystems. Renowned for its unique pendulous foliage and delicate floral structures, this medicinal plant offers intriguing pharmacological potential. Exploring its chemical properties provides valuable insights into traditional healing practices and modern botanical research.
- Family
- Lauraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Alseodaphne pendulifoliaSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Laurales, and the family Lauraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Alseodaphne, which includes the species Alseodaphne pendulifolia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Laurales |
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Genus | Alseodaphne |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical distribution within Southeast Asia. It is primarily found within the Malesia botanical region, which encompasses a vast array of tropical ecosystems. Specifically, its documented presence is localized to the area known as Malaya. This indicates that the species thrives under the particular climatic conditions found in this part of the Malay Peninsula. Consequently, the natural range of Alsedaophne pendulifolia remains relatively concentrated in this tropical zone.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Malaya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Alséodaphne pendulifolia is characterized by a distinct growth form as a tree, which can reach a maximum plant height of 18 m. This species exhibits a woody structure, establishing a robust and perennial framework consistent with its arboreal habit.
- Growth form :
- tree
- Plant height max:
- 18 m
- Woodiness :
- woody
Physiology
The physiology of Alsaeaodaphne pendulifolia is characterized by its reliance on the C3 photosynthetic pathway, a fundamental metabolic process where carbon dioxide is fixed directly into a three-carbon compound during the Calvin cycle. This specific photosynthetic pathway dictates the plant's gas exchange mechanisms and water-use efficiency, as it lacks the specialized concentrating mechanisms found in C4 or CAM plants. Consequently, its physiological performance is highly dependent on ambient temperature and moisture availability, influencing how the plant regulates stomatal conductance to balance the intake of carbon dioxide for biomass production against the risk of transpirational water loss.
- Photosynthetic pathway :
- C3
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Alseodaphne pendulifolia has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include COSTARICINE, Corydine, Hernagine, Oxohernagine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| COSTARICINE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Corydine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hernagine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oxohernagine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
COSTARICINE
- International journal of molecular sciences
Corydine
- International journal of molecular sciences
Hernagine
- International journal of molecular sciences
Oxohernagine
- International journal of molecular sciences