Bruguiera cylindrica
Bruguiera cylindrica, commonly known as the large-leafed mangrove, is a vital species within coastal estuarine ecosystems. Renowned for its ecological importance, this woody plant offers significant medicinal potential. Traditional healers utilize various parts of the tree to treat ailments, highlighting its valuable role in ethnobotanical studies and pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Bruguiera cylindrica
- Family: Rhizophoraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Malpighiales and the family Rhizophoraceae. Ultimately, the species is identified by its genus, Bruguieira.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Rhizophoraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bruguiera | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Bruguiera cylindrica, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Malayalam, it is called കുറ്റിക്കണ്ടൽ, while in Thai, it is known as ถั่วขาว. Its names in Chinese include 柱果木榄 and 柱果木榄 (zh-cn), and in Malay, it is commonly called Pokok Bakau Putih.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ml | കുറ്റിക്കണ്ടൽ | Wikidata |
| zh | 柱果木榄 | Wikidata |
| th | ถั่วขาว | Wikidata |
| ms | Pokok Bakau Putih | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 柱果木榄 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 柱果木欖 | Wikidata |
| id | Tanjang | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 柱果木榄 | Wikidata |
| ml | കുറ്റികണ്ടൽ | Wikidata |
| ml | ബ്രുജൈറ സിലിൻഡ്രിക്ക | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread geographical distribution across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is specifically noted in the Hainan province. It is also commonly found throughout the Indian Subcontinent, spanning countries such as India and Bangladesh. Furthermore, the species extends into the island territories of the Maldives and the Lacadive Islands. Together, these locations highlight the plant's preference for diverse coastal and subtropical environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Laccadive Is. | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Maldives | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Bruguiera cylindrica, offers various components that are utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The bark is often a significant part of the plant's application, frequently used in decoctions or preparations to treat various ailments. Additionally, the fruits serve as another important element, contributing to the plant's overall profile in ethnobotanical studies.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bruguiera cylindrica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3beta-taraxerol, fatty acids, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3beta-taraxerol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Bruguiera cylindrica has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include ulcers, wounds.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |