Dalbergia cultrata
Dalbergia cultrata, commonly known as Indian Rosewood, is a valuable medicinal plant renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties. Rich in bioactive compounds, it is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to treat inflammation, skin disorders, and digestive issues. This species plays a vital role in ethnobotanical healing practices globally.
- Scientific name: Dalbergia cultrata
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Dalbergia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dalbergia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, it is specifically located in the South-Central areas. The species is also found across parts of the Indian Subcontinent, including Assam and Bangladesh. Moving into the Indo-China region, its presence extends to the countries of Cambodia and Laos. Collectively, these locations highlight the diverse tropical and subtropical habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dalbergia cultrata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lupeol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lupeol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |