Dalbergia reniformis
Dalbergia reniformis, commonly known as the Kidney-leaf Rosewood, is a distinguished medicinal plant valued in traditional ethnobotany. Native to specific tropical regions, it possesses unique phytochemical properties. Often utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial qualities, this species represents a significant resource in the ongoing search for natural therapeutic agents.
- Scientific name: Dalbergia reniformis
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Fabales and is a member of the family Fabaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Dalbergia, of which the species Dalbergia reniformis is a part.
| 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 specific geographical distribution across parts of South and Southeast Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in the state of Assam. It is also documented to occur naturally within the borders of Bangladesh. Moving further east into the Indo-China region, the species extends its range into Myanmar. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated within these particular tropical territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dalbergia reniformis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include microcrystalline cellulose.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| microcrystalline cellulose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |