Melicope borbonica
Melicope borbonica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Melicope borbonica, scientifically known as Melicope borbonica, is a significant medicinal shrub native to the Mascarene Islands. Renowned for its bioactive properties, this plant is utilized in traditional remedies to treat various ailments. Research into its phytochemical constituents continues to uncover its potential for developing new therapeutic applications.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Euodia Borbonica · Aubertia Borbonica
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Euodia borbonica
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Melicope borbonicaSynonyms
- Euodia borbonica
- Aubertia borbonica
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, it is a member of the family Rutaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Melicope, specifically as the species Melicope borbonica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Melicope | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is found exclusively within the Western Indian Ocean region. Specifically, its natural habitat is restricted to the island of Réunion. This localized distribution suggests that the species may be endemic to this particular volcanic territory. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the unique ecological conditions found only in this location.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Melicope borbonica, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in traditional medicinal applications. The leaves are often harvested for their specific chemical properties, which are believed to contribute to the plant's overall therapeutic potential. In various cultural practices, these foliage structures may be prepared in different ways to extract their bioactive compounds for healing purposes.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Melicope borbonica has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,4,6-Trimethoxyacetophenone, 3,6-Epidioxy-1,10-bisaboladiene, Cedrelopsin, METHYLEUGENOL, Psoralen.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2,4,6-Trimethoxyacetophenone | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,6-Epidioxy-1,10-bisaboladiene | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cedrelopsin | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| METHYLEUGENOL | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Psoralen | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Scoparone | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Xanthoxylin | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-Curcumene | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eugenol | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesamin | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Melicope borbonica has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Candida albicans, wound healing.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Candida albicans | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | Phytotherapy research : PTR (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |