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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |