Clausena harmandiana

Clausena harmandiana, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub, holds profound importance in traditional healing practices. Native to specific tropical regions, this botanical species is valued for its diverse bioactive compounds. Researchers increasingly study its pharmacological potential, exploring its ability to treat various ailments and support holistic wellness.

  • Scientific name: Clausena harmandiana
  • Family: Rutaceae
  • Native range: Asia-Tropical

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Clausena harmandiana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Sapindales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Rutaceae and is specifically categorized under the genus Clausena.

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 Clauseuna harmandiana, is referred to by the common name ส่องฟ้า in Thailand.
Language Common Name Source
th ส่องฟ้า Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning several regions across Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China peninsula, it can be found growing in Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar. It is also documented to inhabit various parts of Thailand. Beyond the mainland, its range extends into the Malesia region. Specifically, the species is known to occur on the island of Jawa.

Region Area Source
Indo-China Cambodia WCVP
Indo-China Laos WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP
Indo-China Thailand WCVP
Malesia Jawa WCVP
Malesia Lesser Sunda Is. WCVP
Malesia Malaya WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Clausena harmandiana, is a medicinal species where the root serves as a significant component for traditional therapeutic applications. The root is often collected and processed to extract its bioactive compounds, which are believed to possess specific pharmacological properties used in various folk remedies.
Total parts
1
Scientific sources
1
Plant Part Sources Confidence
root 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Clausena harmandiana has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-methoxyheptaphylline, 7-methoxymukonal, clausine K, heptaphylline.

Total chemicals
4
Scientific sources
4

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
7-methoxyheptaphylline 1 ★☆☆☆☆
7-methoxymukonal 1 ★☆☆☆☆
clausine K 1 ★☆☆☆☆
heptaphylline 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

Clausena harmandiana has 5 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Neuroprotective, Anticancer, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.

Total activities
5
Scientific sources
6

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Neuroprotective 2 ★☆☆☆☆
Anticancer 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antifungal 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antimicrobial 1 ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Clausena harmandiana has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include headache, cognitive impairments, neuroinflammation.

Total uses
3
Scientific sources
4

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
headache 2 ★☆☆☆☆
cognitive impairments 1 ★☆☆☆☆
neuroinflammation 1 ★☆☆☆☆