Decaspermum blancoi
Decaspermum blancoi, commonly known as the Philippine citrus or local lime, is a significant medicinal shrub native to the Philippines. Renowned for its aromatic properties, it is traditionally used in folk medicine to treat respiratory ailments, digestive issues, and skin infections, offering a potent natural remedy for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Decaspermum blancoi
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized into the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Decaspermum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Decaspermum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is found within the diverse tropical regions of the Malesia botanical zone. Specifically, its natural occurrence is documented in the Philippines. This localized distribution highlights its significance to the unique ecosystems found in the archipelago. Within this specific geographical range, the species thrives under favorable environmental conditions. Consequently, its presence is a key characteristic of the Philippine botanical landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
Activities
Decaspermum blancoi has 24 reported activities identified across 49 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 24
- Scientific sources
- 49
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 9 | ★★★★☆ |
| Antibacterial | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antiseptic | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Anxiolytic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidermatophytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |