Dalenia beccariana
Dalenia beccariana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Dalenia beccariaana, scientifically known as Dalenia beccariaana, is a significant medicinal plant native to tropical African regions. Valued in traditional medicine, its various parts are utilized to treat diverse ailments, ranging from digestive issues to inflammatory conditions. Research continues to explore its bioactive compounds for potential pharmacological applications.
- Family
- Melastomataceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Dissochaeta Pubescens · Diplectria Beccariana · 4 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dalenia beccarianaSynonyms
- Dissochaeta pubescens
- Diplectria beccariana
- Dalenia beccariana var. matangensis
- Anplectrum beccarianum
- Dalenia furfuracea
- Dalenia pubescens
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Dalenia beccariaana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Myrtales. Finally, it is a member of the family Melastomataceae and the genus Dalenia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Genus | Dalenia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and restricted geographical range. It is primarily documented within the Malesia floristic region. Specifically, its presence is recorded on the island of Borneo. This limited distribution suggests that the species may be endemic to certain forest habitats in that area. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the unique ecosystems found in this part of Southeast Asia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Dalenia beccariana 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
- Phytochemistry
Chemicals
Dalenia beccariana has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4'-O-Methyldavidigenin, Beccaridiol, Ursolic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 4'-O-Methyldavidigenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Beccaridiol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
4'-O-Methyldavidigenin
- Phytochemistry
Beccaridiol
- Phytochemistry
Ursolic acid
- Phytochemistry
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| EtOAc-soluble extract of the leaves | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |