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Caryodaphnopsis baviensis

Caryodaphnopsis baviensis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Caryodaphnopsis baviensis, is a rare medicinal plant native to specific tropical ecosystems. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this species holds significant potential in traditional healing practices. Ongoing botanical research aims to uncover its therapeutic properties, potentially offering new insights into natural pharmacological advancements.

Family
Lauraceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Persea Baviensis · Nothaphoebe Baviensis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Caryodaphnopsis baviensis

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Laurales, it is classified under the family Lauraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Caryodaphnopsis, specifically as the species Caryodaphnopsis baviensis.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Laurales
Family Lauraceae
Genus Caryodaphnopsis

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is found exclusively within the Indo-China region. More specifically, the species is native to the country of Vietnam. This localized distribution suggests that it thrives under particular environmental conditions found in that area. Consequently, researchers focus their botanical studies on these particular Vietnamese landscapes.

Region Area
Indo-China Vietnam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Caryodaphnopsis baviensis is characterized by its distinct growth habit, functioning as a climber that exhibits self-supporting tendencies. Within its structural classification, the plant is identified as a liana or vine, yet it maintains a degree of independence through its self-supporting nature. This climbing mechanism is further detailed by its classification as a self-supporting climber, bridging the gap between obligatory and facultative movement, which allows it to navigate its environment while maintaining significant structural integrity.

Climber :
self-supporting

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Caryodaphnopsis baviensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Magnolol.

Chemicals reported in Caryodaphnopsis baviensis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Magnolol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Magnolol

  1. PloS one

Activities

Caryodaphnopsis baviensis has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal.

Activities reported in Caryodaphnopsis baviensis
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antifungal 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antifungal

  1. PloS one