Dalbergia reniformis
Dalbergia reniformis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dalbergia reniformis, is a medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often found in tropical regions, it is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin conditions and inflammation. Its unique chemical composition offers significant potential for pharmacological research and natural healing.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Drepanocarpus Reniformis · Amerimnon Reniforme
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dalbergia reniformisSynonyms
- Drepanocarpus reniformis
- Amerimnon reniforme
Sources: Wikidata
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Dalbergia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (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 |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Dalbergia reniformis 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 seed.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Seed
- International journal of biological macromolecules
Chemicals
Dalbergia reniformis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Microcrystalline cellulose.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Microcrystalline cellulose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Microcrystalline cellulose
- International journal of biological macromolecules