Calophyllum hosei
Calophyllum hosei, commonly known as the Philippine Kamagong, is a majestic evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia. Highly valued for its dense, dark timber, this medicinal plant also features bioactive compounds in its bark and leaves, traditionally used in folk medicine to treat inflammation and various skin ailments.
- Scientific name: Calophyllum hosei
- Family: Calophyllaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Calophyllaceae. Finally, it is specifically identified by 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 a member of the Malesian flora, which defines its primary natural range. Its geographical distribution is specifically centered within the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. Specifically, it can be found growing naturally on the island of Borneo. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit the island of Sumatera. These locations highlight its importance as a native component of the Malesian rainforest ecosystems.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Calophyllum hosei has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caloxanthone A, osajaxanthone.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caloxanthone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| osajaxanthone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |