Garcinia aristata
Garcinia aristata, commonly known as Kokum or Kamarkust, is a vital medicinal plant native to the Western Ghats. Renowned for its high hydroxycitric acid content, it possesses potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. Traditionally used in Ayurveda, it effectively supports digestive health, weight management, and metabolic wellness.
- Scientific name: Garcinia aristata
- Family: Clusiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and the family Clusiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Garcinia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Clusiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Garcinia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is found within specific regions of the Caribbean archipelago. Its presence is documented across several island nations in this tropical area. Specifically, it can be located in the country of Cuba. Additionally, the species inhabits the Dominican Republic. Finally, its geographical range extends to include Haiti.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Haiti | WCVP |
Chemicals
Garcinia aristata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include aristophenone A, aristophenone B.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aristophenone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aristophenone B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |