Garcinia nujiangensis
Garcinia nujiangensis, commonly known as a rare medicinal species within the Clusiaceae family, is native to specific subtropical forest regions. Valued for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant contains bioactive xanthones and organic acids, offering significant therapeutic potential in traditional medicine for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Scientific name: Garcinia nujiangensis
- Family: Clusiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Malpighiales, falling within the family Clusiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Garcinia, specifically as the species Garcinia nujiangensis.
| 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 native to specific regions within the East Asian landscape. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in the South-Central part of China. Additionally, it can be found growing within the unique terrain of Tibet. These two distinct areas represent the known natural habitats for the species. Consequently, its range is limited to these particular mountainous and subtropical zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
Chemicals
Garcinia nujiangensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Nujiangexanthone A, nujiangexanthone A.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Nujiangexanthone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nujiangexanthone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Garcinia nujiangensis has 5 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antitumor, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Garcinia nujiangensis has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cervical cancer, allergic rhinitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cervical cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| allergic rhinitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| atopic dermatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |