Kayea myrtifolia
Kayea myrtifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (19 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Kayea myrtifolia, is a significant medicinal plant prized in traditional herbalism. Often found in tropical regions, this species contains bioactive compounds utilized for their therapeutic properties. It is frequently studied for its potential to treat various ailments, offering valuable insights into natural pharmacology and wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kayea myrtifoliaDistribution
This plant, Kayea myrtifolia, exhibits a specific and localized geographical distribution within the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is primarily documented as being native to the Malesia botanical region. Within this vast area, its presence is specifically noted on the island of Borneo. This indicates that the species thrives in the unique rainforest ecosystems characteristic of this particular island. Consequently, its natural habitat is geographically restricted to these specific equatorial environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Kayea myrtifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include betulinic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| betulinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
betulinic acid
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Kayea myrtifolia has 18 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticarcinomic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiedemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimalarial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimelanomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |