Eucorymbia alba
Eucorymbia alba · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Eucorymbia alba, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, it contains potent bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. This introduction explores its botanical characteristics, medicinal applications, and the vital role it plays in natural pharmacology.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eucorymbia albaSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales. Finally, it falls into the family Apocynaceae and the genus Eucorymbia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Eucorymbia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Eucorymbia alba, possesses a specific distribution within the Malesian botanical region. Its presence is documented across several key islands and peninsulas in Southeast Asia. Specifically, it can be found growing in the lush environments of Borneo. The species also inhabits the diverse landscapes of Malaya. Furthermore, its geographical range extends to the island of Sumatera.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo |
| Malesia | Malaya |
| Malesia | Sumatera |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Eucorymbia alba is characterized by a specialized growth habit that defines its interaction with its environment. It functions as an obligatory climber, relying entirely on external structures for vertical ascent and structural support to reach sunlight. Despite its climbing nature, the plant is an independent organism rather than a parasite, meaning it does not derive its nutrients or water from a host plant through specialized parasitic organs. Furthermore, it is a terrestrial plant, establishing its root system within the soil rather than living as an epiphyte upon other vegetation.
- Climber :
- obligatory
- Epiphyte :
- terrestrial
- Parasite :
- independent
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Eucorymbia alba has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include PA.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
PA
- Phytochemistry