Beilschmiedia madang
Beilschmiedia madang, commonly known as a vital medicinal plant in regional ethnobotany, holds significant therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical ecosystems, this species is prized for its unique phytochemical properties. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds to develop novel treatments for various ailments and enhance modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Beilschmiedia madang
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Beilschmiedia madang, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Laurales and the family Lauraceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Beilschmiedia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Beilschmiedia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Beilschmiedia madang, is known by various regional names depending on the local language. In English, it is referred to as the Madang Beilschmiedia, while in Tok Pisin, it is commonly called beilschmiedia bilong Madang.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Beilschmiedia madang, exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions within the Malesian botanical zone. Its presence is documented throughout the island of Borneo, where it thrives in specific tropical habitats. The species is also found across Jawa, contributing to the diverse flora of the Indonesian archipelago. Furthermore, it can be located within the forested areas of Malaya. Finally, its geographical range extends to the island of Sumatera, completing its regional spread.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Beilschmiedia madang has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Dehatrine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Dehatrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Beilschmiedia madang has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Beilschmiedia madang has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |