Ixora megalophylla
Ixora megalophylla · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (12 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ixora megalophylla, scientifically known as Ixora megalophylla, is a captivating tropical shrub prized for its vibrant blooms and therapeutic potential. Often found in lush forest undergrowth, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized in various cultures for its bioactive compounds, offering promising applications in treating skin ailments and inflammatory conditions.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ixora megalophyllaSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales, it is specifically situated in the Rubiaceae family. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Ixora, under which the species Ixora megalophylla is categorized.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Ixora |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a specific and limited geographical range within Southeast Asia. It is primarily documented as being native to the Indo-China region. Specifically, its presence is recorded within the tropical landscapes of Thailand. This localized distribution highlights its ecological niche within the regional flora. Consequently, researchers focusing on this species concentrate their studies within these specific territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Ixora megalophylla has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,2'-Dithiodipyridine, 4-Hydroxy benzaldehyde, Coniferaldehyde, LOLIOLIDE, SYRINGALDEHYDE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 2,2'-Dithiodipyridine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-Hydroxy benzaldehyde | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coniferaldehyde | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LOLIOLIDE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SYRINGALDEHYDE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SYRINGIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sinapaldehyde | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Syringaresinol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vanillic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
2,2'-Dithiodipyridine
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4-Hydroxy benzaldehyde
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Coniferaldehyde
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LOLIOLIDE
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SYRINGALDEHYDE
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SYRINGIC ACID
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Sinapaldehyde
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Syringaresinol
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Vanillic acid
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Conditions
Ixora megalophylla has 3 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Candida albicans, Streptococcus mitis, Streptococcus mutans.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Candida albicans | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus mitis | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus mutans | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Candida albicans
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Streptococcus mitis
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Streptococcus mutans
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Preparations
Ixora megalophylla has 8 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Ethyl acetate extracts of its leaves, Ethyl acetate extracts of its stems, ethanol extracts of its leaves, ethanol extracts of its stems, ethyl acetate extracts of its leaves.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ethyl acetate extracts of its leaves | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethyl acetate extracts of its stems | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethanol extracts of its leaves | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethanol extracts of its stems | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethyl acetate extracts of its leaves | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethyl acetate extracts of its stems | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Petroleum ether extracts of its leaves | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Petroleum ether extracts of its stems | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ethyl acetate extracts of its leaves
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Ethyl acetate extracts of its stems
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Ethanol extracts of its leaves
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Ethanol extracts of its stems
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Ethyl acetate extracts of its leaves
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Ethyl acetate extracts of its stems
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Petroleum ether extracts of its leaves
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Petroleum ether extracts of its stems
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