Calophyllum calaba var. bracteatum
Calophyllum calaba var. bracteatum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Calophyllum calabrica var. bracteatum, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often found in tropical regions, this botanical specimen is celebrated in traditional medicine for its potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant effects, offering significant promise for modern pharmacological research and natural healing.
- Family
- Calophyllaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Calophyllum calaba var. bracteatumSynonyms
- Calophyllum curtisii
- Calophyllum retusum var. parvifolium
- Calophyllum saigonense
- Calophyllum pulcherrimum var. obtusum
- Calophyllum burmanni var. bracteatum
- Calophyllum kunstleri var. longifolium
- Calophyllum harmandii
- Calophyllum amoenum
- Calophyllum amoenum var. obtusifolium
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered as Malpighiales and falls under the family Calophyllaceae. Specifically, it is identified as a member of the genus Calophyllum, categorized as the variety bracteatum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Calophyllaceae |
| Genus | Calophyllum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the Indo-China region. Its natural habitat can be found within the Andaman Islands. Furthermore, it is distributed throughout various parts of the mainland, including Cambodia and Laos. The species is also documented to grow within the borders of Myanmar. Finally, its presence extends into the tropical landscapes of Thailand.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. |
| Indo-China | Cambodia |
| Indo-China | Laos |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
| Malesia | Borneo |
| Malesia | Jawa |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. |
| Malesia | Malaya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Calophyllum calaba var. bracteatum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Soulattrolide.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Soulattrolide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Soulattrolide
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Calophyllum calaba var. bracteatum has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include latex.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Latex | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Latex
- Journal of natural products