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Swamp Box

Lophostemon suaveolens · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Swamp Box, scientifically known as Lophostemon suaveolens, is a versatile shrub native to Australian wetlands. Renowned for its fragrant foliage and vibrant blooms, this resilient plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditionally used in various medicinal practices, it offers unique therapeutic potential, making it a subject of growing botanical interest.

Family
Myrtaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Fresh Leaves
Common names
Swamp Box · Swamp Mahogany · 6 more
Scientific synonyms
Tristania Suaveolens · Lophostemon Depressus · 4 more

Names

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Lophostemon suaveolens

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Lophostemon, specifically identified as the species Lophostemon suaveolens.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Myrtales WCVP
Family Myrtaceae WCVP
Genus Lophostemon WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning across parts of Oceania and Australia. Within the region of Papuasia, it can be found growing in New Guinea. Its distribution also extends into the Australian continent, specifically covering the state of New South Wales. Furthermore, the species is documented to inhabit various areas throughout Queensland. Collectively, these locations define the natural habitat where this medicinal plant thrives.

Region Area Source
Papuasia New Guinea WCVP
Australia New South Wales WCVP
Australia Queensland WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, commonly known as Lophostemon suaveolens, is frequently utilized in traditional medicine, where the fresh leaves serve as the primary component for therapeutic applications. These green, aromatic leaves are often harvested directly from the plant to ensure the preservation of their volatile oils and bioactive compounds. Whether prepared as a decoction, an infusion, or applied topically, the fresh leaves are valued for their ability to deliver concentrated medicinal properties to aid in various healing processes.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
fresh leaves Natural product research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Lophostemon suaveolens has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aromadendrene, Eucalyptin, Spathulenol, betulinic acid.

Chemicals reported in Lophostemon suaveolens
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Aromadendrene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Eucalyptin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Spathulenol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
betulinic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aromadendrene

  1. Natural product research

Eucalyptin

  1. Natural product research

Spathulenol

  1. Natural product research

betulinic acid

  1. Natural product research

Medicinal Uses

Lophostemon suaveolens has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans, Streptococcus pyogenes, wounds.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
Staphylococcus aureus BMC research notes (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Candida albicans BMC research notes (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Streptococcus pyogenes Natural product research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
wounds BMC research notes (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
aqueous and aqueous ethanolic extracts BMC research notes (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆