Camptotheca acuminata
Camptotheca acuminata, commonly known as a versatile medicinal herb, holds significant importance in traditional healing practices. Primarily utilized for its potent pharmacological properties, this plant offers therapeutic potential in treating various ailments. Exploring its bioactive compounds reveals its valuable role in ethnobotany and the ongoing development of natural remedies.
- Scientific name: Camptotheca acuminata
- Family: Nyssaceae
- 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 Cornales, it is classified under the family Nyssaceae. Its scientific designation is finalized within the genus Camptotheca, specifically as the species Camptotheca acuminata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Cornales | WCVP |
| Family | Nyssaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Camptotheca | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Camptotheca acuminata, is recognized by various common names across different linguistic and regional contexts. In Japanese, it is referred to as カンレンボク, while in Chinese, it is known as 喜树 (zh), 喜樹 (zh-tw), or 喜树 (zh-cn). Additionally, in the South African context, it is referred to as Meizraek (za).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ja | カンレンボク | Wikidata |
| zh | 喜树 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 喜樹 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 喜树 | Wikidata |
| za | Meizraek | Wikidata |
| es | Camptotheca accuminata | Wikidata |
| zh | 薄叶喜树 | Wikidata |
| zh | 旱莲木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 千丈树 | Wikidata |
| zh | 喜树叶 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging geographical distribution across several distinct regions. Within China, it is commonly found in the South-Central and Southeast areas. Its presence extends into the Indo-China region, specifically within the country of Vietnam. Additionally, the species has been documented in the Southeastern United States, particularly in Arkansas. These varied locations demonstrate the plant's ability to inhabit diverse environments across different continents.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Arkansas | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Camptotheca acuminata, possesses several distinct anatomical components that are utilized in various medicinal applications. The most commonly studied parts are the leaves, specifically the individual leaf structures which contain the primary bioactive compounds. Researchers often focus on the young tissue of the plant due to its high metabolic activity and concentration of essential phytochemicals. Furthermore, the reproductive stages of the plant, including the development of the fruit and the subsequent production of seeds, play a critical role in its life cycle and the distribution of its medicinal properties across different environments.- Total parts
- 18
- Scientific sources
- 22
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| young tissue | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| young leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Camptotheca acuminata has 25 reported phytochemicals identified across 51 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include camptothecin, 10-hydroxycamptothecin, CPT, Camptothecin, camptothecine.
- Total chemicals
- 25
- Scientific sources
- 51
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| camptothecin | 21 | ★★★★★ |
| 10-hydroxycamptothecin | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| CPT | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Camptothecin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camptothecine | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 10-hydroxycamptothecine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 10-methoxycamptothecin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6-BA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 9-hydroxycamptothecin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 9-methoxycamptothecin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Camptotheca acuminata has 4 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antiproliferative, Antiviral, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Camptotheca acuminata has 12 reported medicinal uses identified across 20 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, anticancer agents, antineoplastic.
- Total uses
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 20
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 7 | ★★★★☆ |
| breast cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anticancer agents | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antineoplastic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cervical cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| colorectal cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hepatocellular carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |