Goniothalamus cheliensis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Magnoliales, it is classified under the family Annonaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Goniothalamus, with the species name cheliensis.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions in Asia. In China, it is primarily found within the South-Central areas. Its range extends into the Indo-China peninsula as well. Within this region, the species can be located in Laos. Additionally, the plant is documented to grow in Thailand.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Goniothalamus cheliensis is characterized by a highly specific altitudinal niche, as the species is strictly documented within a narrow elevational range. Its distribution is concentrated at a consistent altitude of 1500 m AMSL, which serves as both its minimum, mean, and maximum elevational limit. This precise ecological requirement suggests that the plant is specialized to the particular climatic conditions, such as temperature gradients and moisture availability, found at this specific level above sea level.

Elevational range max:

1500 m AMSL

Life history

The life history of Goniothalamus cheliensis is characterized by its status as a perennial organism, meaning it maintains its vegetative structures and continues to live through multiple growing seasons rather than completing its cycle in a single year. As a perennial species, it follows a long-term developmental trajectory that allows for sustained growth and repeated reproductive efforts over an extended period. This lifecycle enables the plant to establish a stable presence within its ecological niche, often developing robust root systems and foliage that persist across various seasonal shifts. Unlike annuals or biennials, its life history is defined by longevity and the ability to accumulate biomass over many years, contributing to its enduring role within its natural habitat.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Goniothalamus cheliensis is characterized by its significant stature, reaching an average plant height of approximately 5 m. It exhibits a tree-like growth form and is classified as a woody plant. In terms of its structural support and habit, it functions as a self-supporting climber.

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

tree

Plant height mean:

5 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiological profile of the foliage in Goniothaalamus cheliensis is characterized by significant morphological variations in surface area, which plays a crucial role in its photosynthetic capacity and transpiration rates. The leaves exhibit a substantial longitudinal dimension, with a mean leaf length of 66 cm, though they can vary from a minimum of 56 cm to a maximum of 76 cm. This length is complemented by a broad lateral expansion, where the leaf width typically averages 16 cm, ranging from a minimum of 13 cm to a maximum width of 19 cm. These dimensions suggest a robust vegetative structure capable of efficient light interception and gas exchange within its natural habitat.

Leaf length max:

76 cm

Leaf length mean:

66 cm

Leaf length min:

56 cm

Leaf width max:

19 cm

Leaf width mean:

16 cm

Leaf width min:

13 cm

Reproduction

The reproduction of Goniothaalamus cheliensis culminates in the development of its distinct fruits, which exhibit significant morphological variation in size. The fruits are characterized by an elongated shape, with lengths ranging from a minimum of 6 cm to a maximum of 9 cm, maintaining an average length of approximately 7.5 cm. In terms of lateral dimension, the fruit width varies from a minimum of 1.5 cm to a maximum of 2 cm, resulting in a mean width of 1.75 cm. This range in dimensions reflects the natural variability in the reproductive output of the species during its fruiting stage.

Fruit length max:

9 cm

Fruit length mean:

7.5 cm

Fruit length min:

6 cm

Fruit width max:

2 cm

Fruit width mean:

1.75 cm

Fruit width min:

1.5 cm

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Goniothalamus cheliensis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Root

1. Journal of natural products
2. Fitoterapia

Chemicals

Goniothalamus cheliensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cheliensisin A, GC-51.

Cheliensisin A

1. Acta pharmacologica Sinica

GC-51

1. Acta pharmacologica Sinica

Conditions

Goniothalamus cheliensis has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include leukemia.

Leukemia

1. Acta pharmacologica Sinica

Preparations

Goniothalamus cheliensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include root barks.

Root barks

1. Fitoterapia