Kurrajong
Brachychiton rupestris · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Kurrajong, scientifically known as Brachychiton rupestris, is a resilient Australian shrub valued for its diverse medicinal properties. Traditionally used by Indigenous communities, its leaves and bark offer therapeutic potential in treating various ailments. This hardy plant serves as a vital botanical resource, bridging ancient wisdom with modern ethnobotanical study.
Names
Common Names
- Kurrajong
- Narrow-leaved Bottle Tree
- Queensland Bottle Tree
- Queensland rattletree
- bottletree
- narrow-leaf bottletree
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Delabechea rupestris
German:
- Queensland-Flaschenbaum
French:
- Arbre bouteille australien
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Brachychiton rupestrisSynonyms
- Sterculia rupestris
- Clompanus rupestris
- Delabechea rupestris
- Oleobachia macrophylla
- Oleobachia palustris
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Brachychiton.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Brachychiton | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is specifically found within the unique landscapes of Australia. Its geographical range is quite restricted, as it is native to a single state. Specifically, Brachyciton rupestris is located in the region of Queensland. This limited distribution suggests that the species relies on the particular environmental conditions found there. Consequently, its presence is a defining characteristic of the local flora in that part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Brachychiton rupestris, utilizes its leaves as a primary component for its medicinal properties. The leaves are typically characterized by their specific shape and texture, which are key morphological features used for identification in the field. In traditional medicinal practices, these leaves are often harvested and processed to extract bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's therapeutic potential.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Brachychiton rupestris has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include STIGMASTEROL, scopoletin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| STIGMASTEROL | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Brachychiton rupestris has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anti-allergic, dermatitis, itching, skin diseases.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anti-allergic | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dermatitis | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| itching | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin diseases | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Brachychiton rupestris and Brachychiton discolor leaves extracts | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |