Daphniphyllum glaucescens
Daphniphyllum glaucescens, commonly known as the blue-leaved daphne, is a rare medicinal shrub native to specific forest ecosystems. Renowned for its unique phytochemical properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to address various ailments, offering significant potential for pharmacological research into its diverse bioactive compounds and therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Daphniphyllum glaucescens
- Family: Daphniphyllaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Saxifragales and the family Daphniphyllaecae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Daphniphyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Daphniphyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Daphniphyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions within the Malesia botanical zone. It can be found growing on the island of Jawa, contributing to the local biodiversity. The species also extends its range into the Lesser Sunda Islands. Additionally, its presence is documented throughout the Malay Peninsula. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the island of Sulawesi.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
Activities
Daphniphyllum glaucescens has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |