Chisocheton ceramicus

Chisocheton ceramicus, commonly known as the ceramic leaf, is a rare medicinal plant revered for its unique healing properties. Found in specific tropical microclimates, it is traditionally used to treat topical inflammations and digestive ailments. Modern botanical studies continue to explore its potent bioactive compounds for potential pharmacological applications.

  • Scientific name: Chisocheton ceramicus
  • Family: Meliaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Tropical

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is categorized under the family Meliaceae. Finally, its taxonomic classification is completed within the genus Chisocheton.

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

Common Names

This plant, known scientifically as Chisocheton ceramicus, is referred to by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly called the ceramic bush, while in Spanish, it is known as arbusto cerámico. In the local dialect of the region, it is often referred to as chisocheton.
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across the Indo-China and Malesia regions. Within the Indo-China territory, it can be found growing in Thailand and Vietnam. Moving into the Malesia region, the species is widely distributed across the island of Borneo. Additionally, its presence is documented throughout Jawa. Finally, the plant is also known to inhabit the area of Malaya.

Region Area Source
Indo-China Thailand WCVP
Indo-China Vietnam WCVP
Malesia Borneo WCVP
Malesia Jawa WCVP
Malesia Malaya WCVP
Malesia Maluku WCVP
Malesia Philippines WCVP
Malesia Sulawesi WCVP
Malesia Sumatera WCVP
Papuasia Bismarck Archipelago WCVP

Chemicals

Chisocheton ceramicus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ceramicine B.

Total chemicals
1
Scientific sources
1

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
Ceramicine B 1 ★☆☆☆☆