Antidesma puncticulatum
Antidesma puncticulatum, commonly known as a medicinal shrub in various tropical regions, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Exploring its phytochemical composition offers promising insights into developing new natural pharmacological treatments.
- Scientific name: Antidesma puncticulatum
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Antidesma puncticulatum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Phyllanthaceae and is categorized under the genus Antidesma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Phyllanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Antidesma | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Antidesma puncticulatum, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the punctate antidesma, while in Indonesian, it is known as kersen hutan. In Malay, the plant is identified as antidesma puncticulatum.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is specifically noted in Sri Lanka. Moving toward the Indo-China region, it can be found inhabiting the Andaman Islands. The species also extends its range into mainland Southeast Asia, specifically within the borders of Cambodia and Laos. Finally, its distribution includes the country of Myanmar, completing its regional presence.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Antidesma puncticulatum, possesses several notable components used in various traditional applications, particularly its reproductive structures. The fruits of the species are a primary focus of study, as they contain the essential bioactive compounds sought after for medicinal purposes. When these fruits reach maturity, they transition into ripe fruits, which are often characterized by a change in color and increased chemical potency. Ultimately, the fruit serves as the most significant part of the plant when harvested for its potential therapeutic properties.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ripe fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Antidesma puncticulatum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Antidesma puncticulatum has 4 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |