Huberantha rumphii
Huberantha rumphii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Huberantha rumphii, is a significant medicinal plant native to Southeast Asia, particularly revered in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Commonly known as "Bhant," its various parts, including leaves and bark, possess potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties, making it a vital resource for treating diverse ailments and promoting holistic wellness.
- Family
- Annonaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Monoon Canangioides · Polyalthia Rumphii · 15 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Huberantha rumphiiSynonyms
- Monoon canangioides
- Polyalthia rumphii
- Desmos borneensis
- Polyalthia canangioides var. parveana
- Polyalthia canangioides var. angustifolia
- Polyalthia canangioides var. billitonica
- Guatteria parveana
- Guatteria rumphii
- Polyalthia beamaniorum
- Guatteria canangioides
- Uvaria parveana
- Unona borneensis
- Polyalthia glandulosa
- Polyalthia scortechinii
- Polyalthia kunstleri
- Hubera rumphii
- Polyalthia canangioides
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, it is a member of the family Annonaceae. Ultimately, its scientific classification places it within the genus Huberantha.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Huberantha | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the diverse regions of Malesia. Within this expansive area, it can be found growing on the island of Borneo. Its presence also extends to the Malay Peninsula, which is commonly referred to as Malaya. Furthermore, the species is documented in the Maluku Islands and throughout the Philippines. Finally, its geographical range includes the large island of Sumatera.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
| Papuasia | Solomon Is. | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Vanuatu | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Huberantha rumphii, utilizes its stems as a vital structural component to support its growth and facilitate the transport of nutrients throughout the organism. In the context of traditional medicine, various parts of the plant are often studied, but the stems serve as the essential conduit that connects the root system to the foliage, ensuring the plant remains upright and resilient.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| stem | Natural product communications (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Huberantha rumphii has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,4,5-Trimethoxy Benzoic Acid, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Cannabisin D, STIGMASTEROL, allantoin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 3,4,5-Trimethoxy Benzoic Acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cannabisin D | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| allantoin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxostephanine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
3,4,5-Trimethoxy Benzoic Acid
- Natural product communications
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Natural product communications
Cannabisin D
- Natural product communications
STIGMASTEROL
- Natural product communications
allantoin
- Natural product communications
oxostephanine
- Natural product communications