Dwarf apple
Angophora hispida · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Dwarf apple, scientifically known as Angophora hispida, is a resilient Australian native renowned for its striking red flowers and rugged bark. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this species holds significant ethnobotanical importance, traditionally utilized by Indigenous communities for its medicinal properties and structural versatility in various healing applications.
Names
Common Names
- dwarf-apple
- Dwarf Angophora
- Dwarf Apple Gum
- Dwarf apple
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Angophora hispidaSynonyms
- Metrosideros hirsuta
- Angophora cordata
- Metrosideros hispida
- Angophora cordifolia
- Metrosideros anomala
- Eucalyptus hirsuta
- Metrosideros cordifolia
- Eucalyptus hispida
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae, it is classified under the genus Angophora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Angophora | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Angophora hispida, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. It is an endemic species found exclusively within the continent of Australia. Within this vast landmass, its occurrence is strictly confined to the state of New South Wales. Because of this narrow distribution, it does not grow naturally in any other parts of the world. Consequently, understanding its local habitat in this specific region is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Angophora hispida, is recognized for its distinct botanical features, particularly its foliage. The leaf serves as a primary component of the plant's structure, typically presenting a rugged or hairy texture that is characteristic of the species. In medicinal contexts, various studies often focus on the chemical constituents found within the leaf, exploring its potential bioactive properties and therapeutic applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Angophora hispida has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include SAPONIN.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| SAPONIN | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Angophora hispida has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include pancreatic cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pancreatic cancer | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aqueous leaf extract | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |