Kokoona ochracea
Kokoona ochracea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Kokoona ochracea, scientifically known as Kokoona ochracea, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this species offers significant potential in traditional healing practices. Understanding its chemical composition and biological activities is essential for exploring its role in modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Celastraceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Ardisia Ochracea
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Kokoona ochraceaSynonyms
- Ardisia ochracea
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Kokoona ochracea, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Celastrales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Celastraceae and is situated within the genus Kokoona.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Celastrales |
| Family | Celastraceae |
| Genus | Kokoona |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Kokoona ochracea, exhibits a specific range within the Malesia region. Its natural habitat can be found across the island of Borneo. Additionally, its geographical presence extends into the Malay Peninsula. The species also inhabits various parts of the Philippines. These locations collectively define its tropical distribution throughout Southeast Asia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo |
| Malesia | Malaya |
| Malesia | Philippines |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Kokoona ochracea is characterized by its robust growth form, primarily functioning as a tree that exhibits significant structural complexity. As a woody species, it possesses a durable, lignified stem structure that allows it to reach a substantial maximum height of up to 40 meters. Additionally, the plant displays climbing tendencies, behaving as a self-supporting liana or vine; it can be categorized as both an obligatory and facultative climber, utilizing its self-supporting growth habits to navigate its environment.
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Growth form :
- tree
- Plant height max:
- 40 m
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Kokoona ochracea has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include stem.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Stem | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Stem
- Journal of natural products
Chemicals
Kokoona ochracea has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Salaspermic acid, Tingenone, celastrol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Salaspermic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tingenone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| celastrol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Salaspermic acid
- Journal of natural products
Tingenone
- Journal of natural products
celastrol
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Kokoona ochracea has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include stem bark.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Stem bark | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Stem bark
- Journal of natural products