Cryptocarya griffithiana
Cryptocarya griffithiana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Cryptocarya griffithiana, is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Its bioactive compounds offer significant potential for pharmacological research, highlighting its importance in natural healing and modern herbal studies.
- Family
- Lauraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cylicodaphne Infectoria · Cryptocarya Infectoria
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Cryptocarya griffithianaSynonyms
- Cylicodaphne infectoria
- Cryptocarya infectoria
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Laurales and the family Lauraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Cryptocarya.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Laurales |
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Genus | Cryptocarya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse tropical regions of Malesia. Its specific geographical range includes the large island of Borneo. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the Malay Peninsula. These locations highlight its presence in key Southeast Asian rainforest ecosystems. Consequently, its habitat is closely tied to the humid environments characteristic of these specific areas.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo |
| Malesia | Malaya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Cryptocarya griffithiana is characterized by a woody growth form, primarily manifesting as a tree. As a terrestrial plant, it does not exhibit epiphytic behavior, maintaining a stable presence on the ground. The plant reaches significant dimensions, with a recorded mean height of 27 m and a maximum height of up to 21 m. In terms of its structural habit, it is described as a self-supporting organism, categorized under the liana, vine, or self-supporting classifications, rather than being an obligatory or facultative climber.
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Epiphyte :
- terrestrial
- Growth form :
- tree
- Plant height max:
- 21 m
- Plant height mean:
- 27 m
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Cryptocarya griffithiana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Bicyclogermacrene, Germacrene D.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Bicyclogermacrene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Germacrene D | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Bicyclogermacrene
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
Germacrene D
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)