Magnolia dealbata
Magnolia dealbata, commonly known as the white magnolia, is a graceful deciduous shrub prized for its large, fragrant white blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this species holds historical significance in traditional herbal practices, where its bark and flowers are studied for their potential therapeutic and calming medicinal properties.
- Scientific name: Magnolia dealbata
- Family: Magnoliaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Magnoliales and the family Magnoliaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Magnolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Magnoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Magnolia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range within the diverse landscapes of Mexico. It can be found growing across the central regions of Mexico. Its presence is also noted throughout the northeastern parts of the country. Additionally, the species extends into the coastal areas of the Mexico Gulf. Finally, the geographical footprint of this plant reaches into the Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Magnolia dealbata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include honokiol, magnolol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| honokiol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| magnolol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Magnolia dealbata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Anxiolytic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Magnolia dealbata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anxiolytic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |