Ceriops tagal
Ceriops tagal, commonly known as the mangrove or Indian mangrove, is a vital species found in tropical intertidal zones. Renowned for its medicinal properties, it is traditionally used to treat wounds, inflammation, and digestive issues. Its bark, rich in tannins, plays a significant role in traditional coastal healing practices.
- Scientific name: Ceriops tagal
- Family: Rhizophoraceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Rhizophoraceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Ceriops, as part of the species Ceriops tagal.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Rhizophoraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ceriops | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Ceriops tagal, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Chinese, it is referred to as 角果木 (zh) and 角果木 (yue), while in Malayalam, it is commonly called മഞ്ഞക്കണ്ടൽ (ml). In Malaysia, the plant is known as tengar (ms), and in Thailand, it is identified as โปรงแดง (th).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 角果木 | Wikidata |
| ml | മഞ്ഞക്കണ്ടൽ | Wikidata |
| ms | tengar | Wikidata |
| th | โปรงแดง | Wikidata |
| yue | 角果木 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 細蕊紅樹 | Wikidata |
| my | ကဘိုင်ပင် | Wikidata |
| bn | মাঠ গরান | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 角果木 | Wikidata |
| ja | コヒルギ | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of the African continent. In Northeast Tropical Africa, it can be found growing in Djibouti and Somalia. Its range extends further into East Tropical Africa, where it is located in Kenya and Tanzania. Additionally, the species reaches into South Tropical Africa, specifically inhabiting Mozambique. Collectively, these locations highlight its presence within various tropical African ecosystems.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Djibouti | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Aldabra | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Comoros | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Mozambique Channel Is. | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ceriops tagal, possesses unique morphological features that contribute to its medicinal value. While the plant is characterized by its specialized salt-excreting leaves, the most significant therapeutic components are often derived from the stem bark, which is frequently used in traditional practices. In its developmental stages, the plant utilizes hypocotyls to establish itself in its mangrove habitat, eventually progressing to produce distinctive fruits. Within these fruits, the protected embryo ensures the continuation of the species, playing a vital role in the plant's life cycle and its ability to thrive in coastal ecosystems.- Total parts
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypocotyls | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| embryo | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aerial Parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ceriops tagal has 22 reported phytochemicals identified across 22 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (5R,7S)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-[(E)-prop-1-en-1-yl]-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4H-chromen-4-one, (5R,7S)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-methyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4H-chromen-4-one, (5R,7S)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-propyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4H-chromen-4-one, 2,3,6-trimethoxy-5-(1-propenyl)phenol, 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one.
- Total chemicals
- 22
- Scientific sources
- 22
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (5R,7S)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-[(E)-prop-1-en-1-yl]-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4H-chromen-4-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (5R,7S)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-methyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4H-chromen-4-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (5R,7S)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-propyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-4H-chromen-4-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2,3,6-trimethoxy-5-(1-propenyl)phenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-4H-chromen-4-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-hydroxy-2-methyl-4H-chromen-4-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| benzamide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulonaldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ceriops tagal has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antihyperglycemic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |