Maclura cochinchinensis
Maclurura cochinchiensis, commonly known as the Cochineal tree, is a significant medicinal plant valued for its bioactive properties. Native to tropical regions, its bark and fruits contain potent phytochemicals used in traditional remedies to treat inflammation and skin ailments, offering promising potential for modern pharmacological research and natural therapeutics.
- Scientific name: Maclura cochinchinensis
- Family: Moraceae
- 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 Rosales, it is classified under the family Moraceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Maclurura and the species Maclurura cochinchinensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Maclura | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spread across several key regions of East Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central provinces as well as the Southeast regions. It can also be found in the tropical landscapes of Hainan and the high-altitude environments of Tibet. Expanding beyond mainland China, the species is documented in the island nation of Japan. Collectively, these locations highlight the broad distribution of Maclurura cochinchiensis throughout the eastern part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Nansei-shoto | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
Activities
Maclura cochinchinensis has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antiproliferative, Hepatoprotective.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Maclura cochinchinensis has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-positive bacteria, antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |