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Canarium luzonicum

Elemi

Canarium luzonicum, commonly known as Almaciga, is a majestic tropical tree native to the Philippines. Renowned for its high-quality resin, this medicinal powerhouse offers diverse therapeutic applications. Traditionally used to treat skin ailments and respiratory issues, its potent extracts continue to fascinate researchers studying natural bioactive compounds.

  • Scientific name: Canarium luzonicum
  • Family: Burseraceae
  • Native range: Asia-Tropical

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known scientifically as Canarium luzonicum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Burseraceae and falls under the genus Canarium.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Sapindales WCVP
Family Burseraceae WCVP
Genus Canarium WCVP

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Canarium luzonicum, is recognized by various names across different languages and regions. In Japanese, it is referred to as エレミ (eremi), while in Persian, it is called لامی. In Chinese, the plant is known as 吕宋橄榄, and in Arabic, it is identified as كاناريوم لوزونيكوم. Additionally, in German contexts, it is sometimes associated with the name Canaarium polyanthum.
Language Common Name Source
ja エレミ Wikidata
fa لامی Wikidata
zh 吕宋橄榄 Wikidata
arz كاناريوم لوزونيكوم Wikidata
de Canarium polyanthum Wikidata
de Canarium oliganthum Wikidata
de Canarium triandrum Wikidata
de Manilaelemi Wikidata
de Canarium carapifolium Wikidata
de Manilaelemibaum Wikidata

Distribution

This plant is primarily distributed within the Malesia botanical region, specifically occurring in the Philippines. Its range also extends into the Northwestern Pacific area. Within this broader region, it can be found inhabiting the Caroline Islands. These specific locations define its natural ecological footprint across the ocean. Consequently, its presence is closely tied to these distinct island environments.

Region Area Source
Malesia Philippines WCVP
Northwestern Pacific Caroline Is. WCVP

Chemicals

Canarium luzonicum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include curzerene, limonene.

Total chemicals
2
Scientific sources
2

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
curzerene 1 ★☆☆☆☆
limonene 1 ★☆☆☆☆