Heynea trijuga
Heynea trijuga, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in traditional systems, holds remarkable therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical regions, this species is valued for its diverse phytochemical properties. Research focuses on its bioactive compounds, which offer promising applications in treating various ailments and advancing modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Heynea trijuga
- Family: Meliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Heynea trijuga, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Sapindales and the family Meliaceae. Ultimately, it is categorized under the genus Heynea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Meliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Heynea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Heynea trijuga, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is frequently referred to as 鹧鸪花 (including the variants 鹧鸪花 and 鹧鸪花 in simplified Chinese contexts such as zh-hans and zh-cn), while it is also commonly called 老虎楝 and 海木.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 鹧鸪花 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 鹧鸪花 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 鹧鸪花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 老虎楝 | Wikidata |
| zh | 海木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 小黄伞 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is geographically distributed across several specific regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it is native to Assam. Additionally, the species is documented to grow in Bangladesh. These locations highlight the plant's presence in both Chinese and South Asian ecosystems.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Heynea trijuga, possesses various structural components that are often utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The stem serves as the primary structural support for the plant's growth, facilitating the transport of essential nutrients throughout its system. Its leaves are characteristic of the species and play a vital role in photosynthesis, contributing to the overall vitality of the organism. Additionally, the bark of the plant is a significant part, often sought after for its specific chemical constituents which may hold therapeutic potential.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |