Cryptocarya densiflora
Cryptocarya densiflora, commonly known as the dense-flowered crypto, is a significant medicinal plant native to specific tropical ecosystems. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this species is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments. Understanding its chemical properties is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Cryptocarya densiflora
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Laurales, and the family Lauraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Cryptocarya.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cryptocarya | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Cryptocarya densiflora, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic context and regional usage. In Chinese, it is referred to as 丛花厚壳桂 (zh), 大果铜锣桂 (zh), and 硬壳槁 (zh), while the specific traditional characters used in mainland China are 丛花厚壳桂 (zh-cn) and in Taiwan are 叢花厚殻桂 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 丛花厚壳桂 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 丛花厚壳桂 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 叢花厚殻桂 | Wikidata |
| zh | 大果铜锣桂 | Wikidata |
| zh | 硬壳槁 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白面槁 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found spanning the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its range extends further into the Indo-China peninsula as well. Specifically, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Cambodia. Additionally, the plant is also native to the mountainous landscapes of Laos.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cryptocarya densiflora, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, most notably its twigs and leaves. The twigs are often collected and processed to extract specific bioactive compounds, while the leaves serve as a primary source of essential oils and phytochemicals used in traditional remedies. Together, these plant parts contribute to the overall therapeutic potential of the species.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |