Eurya tigang
Eurya tigang · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Eurya tigang, scientifically known as Eurya tigang, is a versatile medicinal plant valued for its profound therapeutic properties. Traditionally used in various cultures to treat diverse ailments, it offers significant bioactive compounds. This introduction explores its botanical characteristics, traditional uses, and the emerging scientific interest in its healing potential.
- Family
- Pentaphylacaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Eurya tigangSources: Wikidata
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 Ericales and the family Pentaphylacaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic designation is placed within the genus Eurya.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Pentaphylacaceae |
| Genus | Eurya |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the tropical regions of the Pacific. Its distribution is primarily centered in the Papuasia region. Specifically, it can be found growing in the diverse landscapes of New Guinea. Additionally, its presence extends to the Solomon Islands. These locations highlight the plant's localized habitat within these island groups.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Papuasia | New Guinea |
| Papuasia | Solomon Is. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Eurya tigang is characterized by its distinct growth form as a tree, exhibiting a robust and well-developed structural framework. This plant displays a woody nature, featuring firm, lignified tissues that provide necessary support and durability to its perennial stature.
- Growth form :
- tree
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Eurya tigang has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Journal of natural products
Chemicals
Eurya tigang has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Afzelin, Euryanoside, Methyl-alpha-D-fructofuranoside, isorengyol, p-coumaric acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Afzelin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Euryanoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Methyl-alpha-D-fructofuranoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isorengyol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-coumaric acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercitrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Afzelin
- Journal of natural products
Euryanoside
- Journal of natural products
Methyl-alpha-D-fructofuranoside
- Journal of natural products
isorengyol
- Journal of natural products
p-coumaric acid
- Journal of natural products
quercitrin
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Eurya tigang has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include leaves.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaves
- Journal of natural products