Diospyros melanoxylon var. tupru
Diospyros melanoxylon tupru
Diospyros melanoxylon var. tupru, commonly known as Tupru, is a significant medicinal plant found in tropical forest ecosystems. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, this variety is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, offering valuable bioactive compounds that continue to interest modern ethnobotanical research and development.
- Scientific name: Diospyros melanoxylon var. tupru
- Family: Ebenaceae
- 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. Within the order Ericales, it is classified under the family Ebenaceae. It is further identified by the genus Diospyros, specifically as the variety tupru.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Ebenaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Diospyros | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by the common name Diospyros melanoxylon tupru in English.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Diospyros melanoxylon tupru | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Diospyros melanoxylon var. tupru, exhibits a specific and limited geographical range. Its natural occurrence is primarily concentrated within the vast region of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this broader area, the species is specifically documented to grow in India. Consequently, its distribution is characterized by a localized presence rather than a global spread. This narrow ecological footprint makes understanding its specific habitat in India essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |