Bhesa paniculata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Kurrimia paniculata
• Pyrospermum calophyllum

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Bhesa paniculata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Centroplacaceae and the genus Bhesa.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct ecological regions. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it is naturally found growing in India. Its range extends into the Indo-China region, where it can be located in both Myanmar and Thailand. Furthermore, the species is present in the Malesia zone, specifically inhabiting Borneo. Finally, its geographical presence continues through the Malay Peninsula.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Bhesas paniculata is characterized by its substantial growth form, primarily manifesting as a tree that can reach a maximum plant height of 35 m. Despite its large stature, the plant exhibits climbing tendencies, functioning as a self-supporting liana or vine. In its growth habit, it is categorized as a self-supporting climber, which may include both obligatory and facultative climbing mechanisms. It is a terrestrial species rather than an epiphyte, maintaining a stable presence on the ground. The structural composition of the plant is distinctly woody, providing the necessary rigidity to support its significant height and complex climbing architecture.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Plant height max:

35 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Bhesas paniculata is characterized by a C3 photosynthetic pathway, which dictates its carbon fixation processes and metabolic efficiency in its natural environment. Morphologically, the plant exhibits specific leaf dimensions that support its physiological functions, featuring a mean leaf length of 18.7 cm and a mean leaf width of 8.7 cm. These structural parameters are complemented by a relatively thin leaf anatomy, with a mean leaf thickness measured at 0.018 mm, reflecting its specific adaptations for gas exchange and light interception.

Leaf length mean:

18.7 cm

Leaf thickness mean:

0.018 mm

Leaf width mean:

8.7 cm

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Reproduction

The reproduction of Bhesia paniculata is characterized by the production of dry fruits containing seeds with highly specific morphological dimensions. The seeds produced by this species exhibit a consistent seed mass, with both the minimum, mean, and maximum values recorded at 0.077 g. In terms of physical dimensions, the seeds have a mean length of 16.6 mm, a maximum width of 9.8 mm, and a maximum height of 7.2 mm. The volumetric properties of the seeds are also uniform, with the minimum, mean, and maximum seed volume all measured at 830 mm³. These reproductive characteristics, combined with the dry nature of the fruit, define the dispersal and developmental potential of the species.

Fruit dryness :

dry

Seed height max:

7.2 mm

Seed length mean:

16.6 mm

Seed mass mean:

0.077 g

Seed volume max:

830 mm³

Seed width max:

9.8 mm

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Bhesa paniculata has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+/-)-PINORESINOL, 4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID, Anofinic acid, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Methyl 3,4-dihydroxybenzoate.

(+/-)-PINORESINOL

1. Phytochemistry

4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYBENZOIC ACID

1. Phytochemistry

Anofinic acid

1. Phytochemistry

BETA-SITOSTEROL

1. Phytochemistry

Methyl 3,4-dihydroxybenzoate

1. Phytochemistry

Preparations

Bhesa paniculata has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include bark.

Bark

1. Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin