Cratoxylum sumatranum
Cratoxylum sumatranum, commonly known as the "pulasari" tree, is a significant medicinal plant native to Southeast Asian rainforests. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, various parts of the tree are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from skin infections to gastrointestinal issues and inflammation.
- Scientific name: Cratoxylum sumatranum
- Family: Hypericaceae
- 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 Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Hypericaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its genus, Cratoxylum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Hypericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cratoxylum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cratoxylum sumatranum, is recognized by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Indonesian, it is widely referred to as kayu mlanding, while in Malay, it is known as kayu mlanding. Additionally, it is sometimes called mlanding in certain local dialects.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across the diverse landscapes of the Malesia botanical region. It can be found growing within the tropical forests of Borneo. Its presence extends to the island of Jawa, contributing to the local biodiversity. The species also inhabits the various islands of the Lesser Sunda archipelago. Finally, its geographical range includes the territories of Malaya and the Philippines.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cratoxylum sumatranum, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, most notably its twigs, stem bark, and leaves. The stem bark is frequently harvested for its bioactive compounds, often being used in traditional remedies to treat different ailments. Additionally, the leaves are highly valued and can be prepared in various forms for therapeutic applications, while the twigs also contribute to the plant's overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cratoxylum sumatranum has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cratoxyarborenone A, cratoxyarborenone B, cratoxyarborenone C, cratoxyarborenone D, cratoxyarborenone E.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cratoxyarborenone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cratoxyarborenone B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cratoxyarborenone C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cratoxyarborenone D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cratoxyarborenone E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cratoxyarborenone F | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cratoxyarborequinone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cratoxyarborequinone B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| delta-tocotrienol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vismione B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |