Calophyllum polyanthum
Calophyllum polyanthum, commonly known as a significant medicinal tree in tropical regions, holds immense ethnobotanical value. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this species is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Research continues to explore its potential pharmacological properties, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial capabilities.
- Scientific name: Calophyllum polyanthum
- Family: Calophyllaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Following the order Malpighiales, it is a member of the family Calophyllaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic classification is placed within 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 exhibits a specific geographical range across several key regions in Asia. Within China, its distribution is localized to the South-Central area. Moving to the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found throughout India and across Bangladesh. The species also inhabits the Assam region and extends into the East Himalaya. Together, these locations define the natural habitat of Calophyllum polyanthum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Calophyllum polyanthum has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid, 3,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid, 3,5-dihydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid, 3,5-dimethoxybenzoic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,4-dihydroxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,5-dihydroxy-4-methoxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,5-dimethoxybenzoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,7,3',4'-tetrahydroxyisoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-daucosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| calanolide E2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| calopolyanolide A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |