Garcinia succifolia
Garcinia succifolia, commonly known as the wild mangosteen, is a tropical plant valued for its diverse medicinal properties. Native to specific forest ecosystems, its fruits and bark contain bioactive compounds used in traditional healing to treat inflammation and digestive issues, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Garcinia succifolia
- 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, the order Malpighiales, and the family Clusiaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its 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 exhibits a specific geographical range across parts of Southeast and South Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is notably recorded in the state of Assam. Furthermore, the species extends its territory into the Indo-China region. Specifically, it can be found growing naturally within the country of Myanmar. These distinct locations define the primary natural habitats for Garcinia succifolia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |