Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum
Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum, commonly known as a versatile medicinal plant, holds significant value in traditional ethnobotanical practices. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this species is frequently utilized to address various ailments. Understanding its phytochemical profile and therapeutic potential is essential for exploring its role in modern pharmacological advancements.
- Scientific name: Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum
- Family: Celastraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Celastrales and the family Celastraceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Glyptopetalum, with the species name sclerocarpum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Celastrales | WCVP |
| Family | Celastraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Glyptopetalum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum, is recognized by several regional common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is referred to as 硬果沟瓣木 (zh) or the shorter form 硬果沟瓣 (zh), while in Mainland China, the specific designation used is 硬果沟瓣木 (zh-cn). In Taiwan, the name is written as 硬果溝瓣木 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 硬果沟瓣木 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 硬果沟瓣木 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 硬果溝瓣木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 硬果沟瓣 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning across several regions in Asia. In China, it can be found specifically within the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its distribution extends further into the Indo-China peninsula, where it is native to Cambodia. Additionally, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Laos. Finally, its presence is also established in the country of Myanmar.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Glyptophyllum sclerocarpum, is utilized in traditional medicinal practices primarily through the use of its stem bark. The bark is harvested from the woody stems and contains specific bioactive compounds that are extracted for therapeutic purposes. By utilizing this particular part of the plant, practitioners can access the concentrated medicinal properties stored within the protective outer layers of the stem.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 22-hydroxytingenone, Sclerocarpic acid, cangoronine, isoarborinol.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 22-hydroxytingenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sclerocarpic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cangoronine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoarborinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Glyptopetalum sclerocarpum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-positive bacteria.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |