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Kunzea robusta · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Rawirinui, scientifically known as Kunzea robusta, is a versatile evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. Renowned for its dense, white flower clusters, this plant holds significant traditional value. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, it is increasingly studied for its potential medicinal properties, offering unique bioactive compounds for contemporary holistic wellness.

Family
Myrtaceae
Native range
Australasia
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Kunzea robusta

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known as Kunzea robusta, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. It is further categorized under the genus Kunzea.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Myrtales
Family Myrtaceae
Genus Kunzea

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is widely recognized for its presence across the diverse landscapes of New Zealand. Its geographical range spans both the North Island and the South Island of the country. In the North Island, it can be found inhabiting various native ecosystems. Similarly, the species is well-established throughout the regions of the South Island. This distribution ensures that the plant is a common sight across much of the New Zealand archipelago.

Region Area
New Zealand New Zealand North
New Zealand New Zealand South

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Kunzea robusta has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4-Carene, ISOAMYL ISOVALERATE, LIMONENE, NEROLIDOL.

Chemicals reported in Kunzea robusta
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
4-Carene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
ISOAMYL ISOVALERATE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
LIMONENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
NEROLIDOL 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

4-Carene

  1. Fitoterapia

ISOAMYL ISOVALERATE

  1. Fitoterapia

LIMONENE

  1. Fitoterapia

NEROLIDOL

  1. Fitoterapia

Activities

Kunzea robusta has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.

Activities reported in Kunzea robusta
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antifungal 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antibacterial

  1. Fitoterapia

Antifungal

  1. Fitoterapia

Conditions

Kunzea robusta has 2 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Candida albicans, Propionibacterium acnes.

Conditions investigated for Kunzea robusta
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Candida albicans 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Propionibacterium acnes 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Candida albicans

  1. Fitoterapia

Propionibacterium acnes

  1. Fitoterapia