Machilus duthiei
Machilus duthiei, commonly known as the Dutheia tree, is a significant medicinal plant native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, various parts of the tree are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from inflammation to digestive issues, offering valuable insights for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Machilus duthiei
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Laurales, it is classified under the family Lauraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Machilus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Machilus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, it can be found growing throughout the South-Central territories as well as within Tibet. Its presence extends significantly into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically spanning the state of Assam. Furthermore, it inhabits the rugged terrain of the East Himalaya region. Finally, the species is also documented to grow within the borders of Nepal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Activities
Machilus duthiei has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |