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Croton gageanus

Croton gageanus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Croton gageanus, scientifically known as Croton gageanus, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Primarily found in tropical regions, this species contains bioactive compounds used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Understanding its phytochemical profile is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.

Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Leaf
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Croton gageanus

Sources: Wikidata

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 Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic position is completed within the genus Croton.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Malpighiales
Family Euphorbiaceae
Genus Croton

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is a member of the Malesian floral region. Its specific geographical distribution is concentrated within two primary areas. Specifically, it can be found growing in the Malay Peninsula. Additionally, the species is native to the island of Sumatera. These locations highlight its presence within the tropical landscapes of Southeast Asia.

Region Area
Malesia Malaya
Malesia Sumatera

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Croton gageanus is characterized by its distinct growth form as a tree, which establishes a robust structural presence within its habitat. This species exhibits a woody nature, possessing lignified tissues that support its upright, arborescent stature and provide the necessary mechanical strength for its development.

Growth form :
tree
Woodiness :
woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Croton gageanus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Plant parts reported in Croton gageanus
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Leaf 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Leaf

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Chemicals

Croton gageanus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include uPA Inhibitor.

Chemicals reported in Croton gageanus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
uPA Inhibitor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

uPA Inhibitor

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Croton gageanus has 3 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Crude methanol extracts, chloroform extract, n-butanol partitions.

Preparations reported for Croton gageanus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Crude methanol extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Chloroform extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
N-butanol partitions 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Crude methanol extracts

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Chloroform extract

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

N-butanol partitions

  1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)