Canarium odontophyllum

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Canarium odontophyllum f. multifidum
• Canarium multifidum
• Canarium palawanense
• Canarium beccarii

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, it is further categorized into the family Burseraceae. Ultimately, its scientific classification places it within the genus Canarium, specifically the species Canarium odontophyllum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the Malesia botanical region. Its natural distribution is primarily concentrated across several key Southeast Asian islands. Specifically, it can be found growing in the lush environments of Borneo. The species is also documented to inhabit various parts of the Philippines. Additionally, its presence extends to the tropical landscapes of Sumatera.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Canarium odontophyllum is characterized by its status as a perennial species, meaning it persists through multiple growing seasons and maintains a long-term presence in its natural habitat. As a perennial plant, it does not undergo the rapid cycle of death following a single reproductive event like annuals or biennials; instead, it invests significant energy into establishing a robust structural framework, typically manifesting as a woody perennial. This extended lifecycle allows the plant to undergo successive stages of vegetative growth and seasonal reproductive cycles, gradually increasing its biomass and complexity over many years. This long-term developmental strategy enables the species to navigate environmental fluctuations and establish a stable ecological niche within its ecosystem.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Canarium odontophyllum is characterized by a robust, woody growth form, functioning primarily as a tree. It reaches a significant stature with a mean plant height of approximately 30 m. In terms of its structural habits, the species is classified as terrestrial rather than epiphytic, growing directly from the ground. While it exhibits a self-supporting nature, its morphological profile is defined by its substantial woody constitution and its development as a large, upright tree.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Plant height mean:

30 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Canarium odontophyllum is characterized by its specific metabolic and nutritional processes, most notably its reliance on the C3 photosynthetic pathway. As a C3 plant, it utilizes the Calvin cycle to fix atmospheric carbon dioxide, typically through the enzyme RuBisCO, which is a common physiological trait for many woody species in tropical and subtropical environments. Furthermore, regarding its nutrient acquisition strategies, this species does not function as a nitrogen fixer; it lacks the symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria (such as Rhizobium or Frankia) required to convert atmospheric nitrogen into bioavailable forms, meaning it must rely on the uptake of nitrogenous compounds, such as nitrates or ammonium, directly from the soil through its root system.

Nitrogen fixer :

no

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Reproduction

The reproduction of Canarium odontophyllum is primarily driven by sexual processes facilitated by entomophilous pollination, where insects play a crucial role in the transfer of pollen between flowers. Regarding its reproductive mechanisms, the plant exhibits a specific genetic strategy where self-fertilization is notably absent. Instead of relying on internal pollen transfer, the species depends on cross-pollination to ensure genetic diversity and the production of viable seeds. This absence of self-fertilization suggests a biological requirement for exogenous pollen, which promotes outcrossing and strengthens the evolutionary resilience of the population through increased heterozygosity.

Self fertilization :

absent

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Canarium odontophyllum has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.

Fruit

1. Journal, genetic engineering & biotechnology

Chemicals

Canarium odontophyllum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Kanzonol B, Terpenoids.

Flavonoids

1. Journal, genetic engineering & biotechnology

Kanzonol B

1. Journal, genetic engineering & biotechnology

Terpenoids

1. Journal, genetic engineering & biotechnology

Activities

Canarium odontophyllum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiepileptic.

Antiepileptic

1. Journal, genetic engineering & biotechnology

Conditions

Canarium odontophyllum has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include epilepsy.

Epilepsy

1. Journal, genetic engineering & biotechnology