Gleditsia javanica
Gleditsia javanica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Gleditsia javaica, is a remarkable medicinal tree native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, its bark and seeds are traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments. Exploring its bioactive compounds offers promising potential for developing new natural treatments and holistic therapies.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Gleditsia javanicaDistribution
This plant is specifically recognized for its localized presence within a particular region. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated within the Malesia zone. More specifically, the species can be found growing in the area of Jawa. This limited range suggests that its natural habitat is tied to the unique environmental conditions of that island. Consequently, understanding this specific location is essential for studying its ecological role.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Jawa |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Gleditsia javanica 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 fruit.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- PloS one
Chemicals
Gleditsia javanica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Terpenoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- PloS one
Terpenoids
- PloS one
Activities
Gleditsia javanica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- PloS one
Preparations
Gleditsia javanica has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include fruit and bark extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit and bark extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit and bark extracts
- PloS one