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Goniothalamus simonsii

Goniothalamus simonsii · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Goniothalamus simonsii, is a significant medicinal plant native to tropical rainforest regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Understanding its phytochemical profile is essential for exploring its potential contributions to modern pharmacological advancements.

Family
Annonaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Goniothalamus simonsii

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, falling into the family Annonaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Goniothalamus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Magnoliales
Family Annonaceae
Genus Goniothalamus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is characterized by a very specific and localized geographical range. Its presence is primarily documented within the diverse ecosystems of the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, the species is found growing in the region of Assam. This limited distribution suggests that it thrives under the unique climatic conditions provided by this particular area. Consequently, its natural habitat remains concentrated within these specific botanical territories.

Region Area
Indian Subcontinent Assam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Goniothalamus simonsii has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aziridine, CONIFERYL ALCOHOL, Flavonoids, STIGMASTEROL, Spathulenol.

Chemicals reported in Goniothalamus simonsii
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Aziridine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CONIFERYL ALCOHOL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
STIGMASTEROL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Spathulenol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
cholest-4-en-3-one 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
cis-vaccenic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
kavain 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
n-Hexadecanoic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aziridine

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

CONIFERYL ALCOHOL

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Flavonoids

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

STIGMASTEROL

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Spathulenol

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

cholest-4-en-3-one

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

cis-vaccenic acid

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

kavain

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

n-Hexadecanoic acid

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Activities

Goniothalamus simonsii has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.

Activities reported in Goniothalamus simonsii
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antimicrobial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antimicrobial

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Antioxidant

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Conditions

Goniothalamus simonsii has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include colon cancer, typhoid fever.

Conditions investigated for Goniothalamus simonsii
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Colon cancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Typhoid fever 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Colon cancer

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Typhoid fever

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity