Desmos cochinchinensis
Desmos cochinchinensis, commonly known as a member of the Annonaceae family, is a significant medicinal plant found in tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments, including skin infections and inflammatory conditions, offering valuable bioactive compounds for modern therapeutic research and development.
- Scientific name: Desmos cochinchinensis
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, it is further categorized into the family Annonaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Desmos.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Desmos | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Desmos cochinchinensis, is recognized in Vietnam by its local common name, Dây chân chim núi (vi).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| vi | Dây chân chim núi | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning across parts of South and Southeast Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is documented in the state of Assam. The species also extends into the Indo-China region, where it can be found in Cambodia and Laos. Furthermore, its distribution includes the territory of Myanmar. Finally, the plant is noted to occur in the Nicobar Islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Nicobar Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Desmos cochinchiensis, utilizes various structures for its biological functions and medicinal potential. The leaf is a prominent feature, typically characterized by its shape and arrangement on the stem, serving as a primary site for photosynthesis and containing bioactive compounds. Additionally, the flower plays a crucial role in the plant's reproductive cycle, often displaying specific colors or fragrances that attract pollinators.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Desmos cochinchinensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Chrysin, pinocembrin 7-O-benzoate.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chrysin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pinocembrin 7-O-benzoate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |