Clerodendrum disparifolium
Clerodendrum disparifolium, commonly known as a versatile medicinal shrub, belongs to the Verbenaceae family. Native to various tropical regions, this plant is highly valued in traditional medicine for its therapeutic properties. It is frequently utilized to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues, showcasing its significant ethnobotanical importance.
- Scientific name: Clerodendrum disparifolium
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Clerodendrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Clerodendrum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Clerodendrum disparifolium, is recognized by its local common name in Thailand, where it is referred to as ข่อยดำ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| th | ข่อยดำ | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions in Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China region, it can be found specifically in Thailand. Its presence extends significantly into the Malesia zone, where it inhabits the island of Borneo. Furthermore, the species is distributed throughout the Malay Peninsula and the island of Jawa. Finally, its range includes the island of Sumatera, completing its presence across these diverse tropical territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Clerodendrum disparifolium has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include oleamide, squalene, vitamin E.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oleamide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| squalene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vitamin E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |