Artocarpus thailandicus
Artocarpus thailandicus, commonly known as the Thai Jackfruit, is a significant medicinal tree native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, various parts of the plant are utilized in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and skin ailments, offering valuable bioactive compounds for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Artocarpus thailandicus
- Family: Moraceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Rosales and is a member of the Moraceae family. Finally, it is specifically categorized under the genus Artocarpus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Artocarpus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Artocarpus thailandicus, is known by the common name خبزيية تايلندية in Arabic.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | خبزية تايلندية | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a very specific and localized geographical distribution within the Southeast Asian region. Its presence is primarily concentrated within the Indo-China area. Specifically, the species is native to the tropical landscapes of Thailand. This limited range suggests that it thrives under the particular climatic conditions found in that country. Consequently, its natural habitat remains tied to these particular environmental parameters.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Chemicals
Artocarpus thailandicus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include oxyresveratrol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oxyresveratrol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |