Camellia drupifera
Camellia drupifera, commonly known as the Drupe Camellia, is a distinctive medicinal plant prized for its unique phytochemical properties. Native to specific subtropical regions, it offers therapeutic potential in traditional healing practices. Research explores its bioactive compounds, highlighting its growing significance in pharmacological studies and natural wellness applications.
- Scientific name: Camellia drupifera
- Family: Theaceae
- 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. Within the order Ericales, it is classified under the family Theaceae and the genus Camellia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Theaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Camellia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several specific regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found growing in Hainan as well as throughout China Southeast. Its range extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it is native to various landscapes. Specifically, the species is documented in the countries of Laos and Myanmar. Finally, its presence is also firmly established within the borders of Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Camellia drupifera has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ABA, GA3, IAA, fructose, sucrose.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ABA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GA3 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IAA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fructose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sucrose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |