Garcinia mckeaniana
Garcinia mckeaniana, commonly known as the Jamaican mangosteen, is a tropical evergreen tree prized for its edible, tangy fruits. Beyond its culinary use, this species holds significant ethnobotanical value. Its leaves and bark contain bioactive compounds, offering potential medicinal properties used in traditional practices to treat various ailments.
- Scientific name: Garcinia mckeaniana
- Family: Clusiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
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 Malpighiales, falling into the family Clusiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Garcinia, specifically the species Garcinia mckeaniana.
| 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 exhibits a specific geographical distribution within the Indo-China region. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the tropical landscapes of Thailand. Furthermore, the species can also be found growing throughout Vietnam. These two countries represent the known range for this medicinal plant in Southeast Asia. Consequently, its occurrence is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions of these Indo-Chinese territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Garcinia mckeaniana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include bannaxanthone D, garcinone E.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bannaxanthone D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| garcinone E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |