Artocarpus nigrifolius

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known scientifically as Artocarpus nigrifolius, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Rosales and the family Moraceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Artocarpus.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Artocarpus nigrifolius, possesses a specific and localized geographical range. It is primarily identified within the botanical landscapes of China. More specifically, its presence is concentrated in the South-Central region of the country. This distinct distribution pattern suggests that the species thrives under the particular climatic conditions found in those provinces. Consequently, researchers focusing on this medicinal species often direct their studies toward these specific Chinese territories.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Artocarpus nigrifolius is characterized by its status as a perennial species, meaning it persists through many growing seasons and maintains its biological functions over a long lifespan. As a long-lived woody plant, its development follows a multi-stage progression starting from seed germination, leading into an extensive vegetative growth phase where it establishes a robust structural framework. Over its extended lifecycle, the plant undergoes repeated cycles of seasonal maturation, transitioning between periods of intense vegetative expansion and reproductive phases. This perennial nature allows the species to invest significant energy into long-term survival and the development of complex woody tissues, ensuring its presence within its ecological niche across multiple years.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Artocarpus nigrifolius is characterized by its stature as a woody tree, exhibiting a robust growth form. It typically reaches a plant height with a mean measurement of approximately 15 m. In terms of its structural habit, the species is categorized as a self-supporting plant rather than a climber, maintaining its upright position through its significant woody development.

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

tree

Plant height mean:

15 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Artocarpus nigrifolius is characterized by distinct morphological dimensions of its foliage, which serve as key indicators of its vegetative development and resource acquisition strategies. The leaves exhibit a variable size range, with lengths typically fluctuating between a minimum of 5 cm and an average of 8 cm, reaching a maximum potential length of 11 cm. Complementing this longitudinal growth, the leaf width demonstrates a corresponding variance, measuring as narrow as 2 cm at its minimum and averaging approximately 3 cm, while expanding to a maximum width of 4 cm. This specific ratio of leaf length to width reflects the plant's structural adaptations for light interception and transpiration management within its ecological niche.

Leaf length max:

11 cm

Leaf length mean:

8 cm

Leaf length min:

5 cm

Leaf width max:

4 cm

Leaf width mean:

3 cm

Leaf width min:

2 cm

Reproduction

Reproduction in Artocarpus nigrifolius is facilitated through its specialized inflorescence structures, which are characterized by their diminutive scale. The inflorescences are notably small, typically measuring within a range of 0.005 m to 0.009 m in length. These compact floral arrangements are essential for the plant's pollination process, serving as the primary reproductive units that support the development of future generations. Through these specific morphological traits, the plant ensures its reproductive success within its ecological niche.

Inflorescence length max:

0.009 m

Inflorescence length min:

0.005 m

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Artocarpus nigrifolius has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Artocarnin A, Carpachromenol, Eleocharin A.

Artocarnin A

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Carpachromenol

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Eleocharin A

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Preparations

Artocarpus nigrifolius has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Twigs.

Twigs

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