Manilkara kauki
Manilkara kauki, commonly known as the Bulletwood tree, is a significant medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its dense, durable timber, its various parts are also utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments like skin diseases, inflammation, and digestive issues, offering valuable bioactive compounds for holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Manilkara kauki
- Family: Sapotaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ericales, falling into the family Sapotaeceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Manilkara.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapotaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Manilkara | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Manilkara kauki, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In Indonesia, it is referred to as sawo kecik (id), and this name is also used in Javanese (jv). In Japan, the plant is called サワノキ (ja), while in Bangladesh, it is known as Sabo kecik (ban). Additionally, in Malaysia, it is commonly called sawo kecil (ms).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| id | Sawo kecik | Wikidata |
| jv | Sawo kecik | Wikidata |
| ja | サワノキ | Wikidata |
| ban | Sabo kecik | Wikidata |
| ms | Sawo kecil | Wikidata |
| ja | マライサオ | Wikidata |
| ja | サオ | Wikidata |
| zh | 凹叶人心果 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Manihot kauki, exhibits a widespread distribution across several key regions of Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in both India and Sri Lanka. Its presence extends into the Indo-China region as well. Specifically, it is documented to inhabit parts of Cambodia and Myanmar. Additionally, the species is commonly distributed throughout Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Manihot kauki, possesses several components that are utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The reproductive cycle involves the development of the flower, which eventually gives rise to the characteristic seeds. Within each seed, there is a vital seed kernel that contains specific bioactive compounds essential for therapeutic use. Furthermore, the root system of the plant is also highly valued, often being prepared in various ways to harness its medicinal properties.- Total parts
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 11
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flower | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed kernel | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Manilkara kauki has 7 reported activities identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antidiabetic, Antifungal, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antineoplastic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |