Knema retusa

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Myristica retusa

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales. Finally, it is a member of the family Myristicaceae and is identified by the genus Klema and the species Klema retusa.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant possesses a very specific and limited geographical distribution within the natural world. According to botanical records, its presence is centered within the Malesia region. Specifically, it can be found growing in the territory of Malaya. This narrow range suggests that the species is highly specialized to the local environment of this area. Consequently, understanding its habitat in Malaya is essential for studying its survival.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Knema retusa is characterized by its distinct growth form as a tree, exhibiting a robust and woody structure. This plant can attain a significant stature, reaching a maximum plant height of approximately 18 m.

Growth form :

tree

Plant height max:

18 m

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Knema retusa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include E2N.

E2N

1. Scientifica

Preparations

Knema retusa has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Knema retusa extract.

Knema retusa extract

1. Scientifica