Camellia insularis
Camellia insularis, commonly known as the Island Camellia, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific subtropical regions. Renowned for its potent antioxidant properties, it contains unique bioactive compounds. Traditional healers utilize its leaves to treat inflammation and promote skin health, making it a valuable subject for pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Camellia insularis
- Family: Theaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Ericales and the family Theaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic designation falls under 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, known scientifically as Camellia insularis, possesses a very specific and localized geographical range. Its natural distribution is primarily centered within the Indo-China region. More specifically, this species is found growing in the unique landscapes of Vietnam. Because its habitat is so restricted, it does not occur naturally in other parts of the world. Consequently, understanding the environmental conditions of Vietnam is essential for the conservation of this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Camellia insularis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Corymboside, Kaempferol 7-O-rhamnoside, okicamelliaside, quercetin-3-O-rhamnoside.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Corymboside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kaempferol 7-O-rhamnoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| okicamelliaside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin-3-O-rhamnoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |