Clausena excavata
Clausena excavata, commonly known as the "tumbang" plant in some regions, is a medicinal shrub prized in traditional Southeast Asian healing. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to treat skin ailments, inflammatory conditions, and digestive issues, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and herbal therapy.
- Scientific name: Clausena excavata
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Clausena, as part of the species Clausena excavata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Clausena | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Clausena excavata, is referred to by various regional names depending on the language and location. In Vietnam, it is commonly called dâu gia xoan (cây thuộc họ Cửu lý hương), while in Thailand, it is known as สันโสก. In Chinese-speaking regions, the names vary between 假黄皮 and 过山香 (zh-tw). Additionally, in Indonesia, this medicinal plant is known by the local name Tikusan.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| vi | dâu gia xoan (cây thuộc họ Cửu lý hương) | Wikidata |
| zh | 假黄皮 | Wikidata |
| th | สันโสก | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 過山香 | Wikidata |
| id | Tikusan | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 假黄皮 | Wikidata |
| pwn | caramacaq | Wikidata |
| ace | Kayèe kunyèt | Wikidata |
| th | สามโสก | Wikidata |
| th | เพี้ยฟาน | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution spanning several distinct regions. It can be found across the Western Indian Ocean, specifically within the Seychelles. In the realm of East Asia, its presence is noted in Taiwan. The species is also widely distributed throughout various parts of China, including the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan regions. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental range of Clausena excavata.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Seychelles | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Clausena excavata, utilizes various anatomical structures for its medicinal properties, primarily involving the stems, leaves, and stem bark. The stems provide the structural framework for the plant's growth, while the leaves serve as the primary site for photosynthesis and are frequently harvested for their bioactive compounds. Additionally, the stem bark is a significant component used in traditional practices, often containing concentrated phytochemicals that contribute to the plant's overall therapeutic profile.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| stems | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Clausena excavata has 23 reported phytochemicals identified across 26 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include clausarin, clausenidin, nordentatin, 1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde, 3-formylcarbazole.
- Total chemicals
- 23
- Scientific sources
- 26
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| clausarin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clausenidin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nordentatin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1H-indole-3-carboxaldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-formylcarbazole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-p-coumaroyltyramine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aurantiamide acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clausine E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clausine L | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clausine-D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Clausena excavata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Clausena excavata has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-negative bacteria, Gram-positive bacteria, malaria, rheumatoid arthritis.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-negative bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatoid arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |