Calophyllum dispar
Calophyllum dispar, commonly known as a rare member of the Clusiaceae family, is a medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical regions, its bioactive compounds offer significant pharmacological benefits, ranging from antimicrobial properties to anti-inflammatory effects, making it a subject of intense botanical interest.
- Scientific name: Calophyllum dispar
- Family: Calophyllaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. As a member of the order Malpighiales and the family Calophyllaceae, it is classified under the genus Calophyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Calophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Calophyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is found within the diverse tropical regions of the Malesia botanical zone. Specifically, its natural range extends across the island of Borneo. It is also documented to grow within the territories of Malaya. Furthermore, the species can be located throughout the island of Sumatera. These specific locations define the primary geographical distribution of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Calophyllum dispar has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumarins.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |