Aphanamixis polystachya
Aphanamixis polystachya, commonly known as the "Greenwood" or "Kancha-Kari," is a versatile medicinal plant native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is traditionally used to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues. This botanical treasure offers significant therapeutic potential in modern ethnopharmacology and holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Aphanamixis polystachya
- Family: Meliaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales. Finally, its taxonomic placement concludes within the family Meliaceae and the genus Aphanamixis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Meliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aphanamixis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Aphanamixis polystachya, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Malayalam, it is called ചെമ്മരം, while in Arabic, it is known as آموره. In Chinese, the plant is identified as 大叶山楝, and in Telugu, it is commonly called సేవమాను. Furthermore, in Bengali, it is referred to as পিতরাজ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ml | ചെമ്മരം | Wikidata |
| ar | آموره | Wikidata |
| zh | 大叶山楝 | Wikidata |
| te | సేవమాను | Wikidata |
| bn | পিতরাজ | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 穗花樹蘭 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 大叶山楝 | Wikidata |
| arz | آموره | Wikidata |
| ja | ハリンハラ | Wikidata |
| ml | രോഹീതകം | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions. Within the Western Indian Ocean, it can be found growing in Mauritius. Its presence in China is extensive, covering the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan regions. Additionally, the species is located in Eastern Asia, specifically within Taiwan. These diverse locations highlight the plant's wide natural range across different climates.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, Aphanamixis polysprachya, is valued in traditional medicine for the various therapeutic properties found within its different structures. The medicinal compounds are often extracted from the stem bark and the stem barks, which are utilized in various formulations. Additionally, the leaf and the individual leaves are frequently employed for their healing benefits, while the root bark also serves as a significant part of the plant used in medicinal preparations.- Total parts
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 14
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| stem barks | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Aphanamixis polystachya has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Catechin hydrate, caffeic acid, epicatechin, p-coumaric acid, syringic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Catechin hydrate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-coumaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| syringic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Aphanamixis polystachya has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Inflammatory.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Inflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aphanamixis polystachya has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include fibrosis, inflammation, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fibrosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |