Dalbergia hainanensis
Dalbergia hainanensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dalbergia hainanenensis, is a rare medicinal plant endemic to Hainan Island. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this species is increasingly studied for its potential therapeutic properties. Researchers explore its bioactive compounds to develop natural treatments, highlighting its significant value in traditional and modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dalbergia hainanensisDistribution
This plant is characterized by a very restricted and specific geographical range. It is found exclusively within the borders of China. More specifically, its natural habitat is limited to the tropical island of Hainan. Because it is endemic to this single location, its survival depends heavily on the local ecosystem. Consequently, the species possesses a highly localized distribution pattern.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | Hainan |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Dalbergia hainanenensis is characterized by a robust, woody growth form, specifically manifesting as a tree. As a terrestrial organism, it lacks aquatic or semiaquatic adaptations, maintaining a stable presence in non-waterlogged environments. The species is an independent plant, functioning without any parasitic or obligatory epiphytic lifestyle, and it relies on its own structural integrity rather than climbing or liana-like habits, being entirely self-supporting. Its woody architecture is a defining feature, providing the necessary structural support for its development as a perennial tree.
- Aquatic :
- terrestrial
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Epiphyte :
- terrestrial
- Growth form :
- tree
- Parasite :
- independent
- Woodiness :
- woody
Physiology
The physiology of Dalbergia hainanenensis is characterized by a C3 photosynthetic pathway, which dictates its carbon fixation processes and metabolic efficiency in varying environmental conditions. In terms of its structural and anatomical properties, the species exhibits a stem specific density (SSD) with a mean value of 760 mg/cm³, reflecting the density and lignification levels of its woody tissues.
- Photosynthetic pathway :
- C3
- Stem specific density (SSD) mean:
- 760 mg/cm³
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Dalbergia hainanensis 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 part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica