Araucaria bidwillii
Araucaria bidwillii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (283 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Araucarica bidwillii, is a majestic conifer native to subtropical regions. Often called the Bunya Pine, this ancient species holds significant cultural and medicinal importance. Its unique seeds and botanical properties have been traditionally utilized for nutritional support and various healing purposes in indigenous wellness practices.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Araucaria bidwilliiDistribution
This plant exhibits a unique and disjunct geographical distribution across two different continents. In the Western Indian Ocean, it can be found growing on the island of Réunion. Additionally, the species has a significant presence in Australia, specifically within the state of Queensland. These distant locations highlight the wide range in which this medicinal species can thrive. Consequently, its habitat spans from tropical island environments to the coastal regions of the Australian continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
Chemicals
Araucaria bidwillii has 15 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7 -O-Methylagathisflavone, Amentoflavone dimethyl ether, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Bilobetin, Cupressuflavone-7-methyl ether.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 7 -O-Methylagathisflavone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Amentoflavone dimethyl ether | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bilobetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cupressuflavone-7-methyl ether | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hinokiflavone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Myricetol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Myricitrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pulcherralpin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pulcherrimin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
7 -O-Methylagathisflavone
- Dr. Duke
Amentoflavone dimethyl ether
- Dr. Duke
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Dr. Duke
Bilobetin
- Dr. Duke
Cupressuflavone-7-methyl ether
- Dr. Duke
Hinokiflavone
- Dr. Duke
Myricetol
- Dr. Duke
Myricitrin
- Dr. Duke
Pulcherralpin
- Dr. Duke
Pulcherrimin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Araucaria bidwillii has 267 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 11B-HSD-Inhibitor, 5-HT-Inhibitor, 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor, ATPase-Inhibitor, Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 11B-HSD-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-HT-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ATPase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Androgenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |