Homalium stenophyllum
Homalium stenophyllum, commonly known as the slender-leaved Homalia, is a significant medicinal shrub native to the tropical regions of Asia. Valued in traditional medicine, its leaves and bark possess potent bioactive properties. It is frequently utilized for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects in treating various ailments.
- Scientific name: Homalium stenophyllum
- Family: Salicaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Homalium stenophyllum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Salicaceae and the genus Homalium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Salicaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Homalium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known in Chinese as 海南天料木 (zh), is a medicinal species recognized by its specific regional nomenclature within botanical and traditional medicine contexts.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 海南天料木 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very restricted geographical range within its natural habitat. Specifically, its presence is documented within the borders of China. Within this country, the species is found exclusively on the island of Hainan. This localized distribution suggests that the plant may have specific ecological requirements unique to this tropical region. Consequently, the survival of Homalium stenophyllum is closely tied to the environmental conditions of this single island location.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Homalium stenophyllum, possesses various anatomical structures that contribute to its medicinal profile, most notably its stems. The stems serve as the structural foundation of the plant, facilitating the transport of essential nutrients and water throughout its system. In many traditional medicinal practices, different sections of the stem may be utilized for their bioactive compounds, which are often concentrated within the vascular tissues.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Homalium stenophyllum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Homalium stenophyllum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |