Euodia quercifolia
Melicope denhamii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Euodia quercifolia, scientifically known as Melicope denhamii, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it has long been utilized in traditional healing practices. This species offers significant pharmacological potential, particularly in exploring its natural antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory therapeutic properties.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Euodia Suaveolens Var. Ridleyi · Euodia Dallmannensis · 25 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Melicope denhamiiSynonyms
- Euodia suaveolens var. ridleyi
- Euodia dallmannensis
- Euodia elegans
- Euodia gjellerupii
- Euodia amboinensis
- Euodia albiflora
- Euodia asteridula
- Euodia hortensis f. laciniosa
- Euodia kajewskii
- Euodia incisifolia
- Euodia lamprocarpa
- Euodia latifolia var. novoguineensis
- Euodia nitida
- Euodia papuana
- Euodia ridleyi
- Euodia quercifolia
- Euodia radlkoferiana
- Euodia ponapensis
- Euodia tenuistyla
- Euodia simulans
- Euodia subcaudata
- Euodia schullei
- Euodia schullei var. gracillima
- Euodia schullei f. lutescens
- Euodia schullei var. quercifolia
- Picrasma denhamii
- Aralia quercifolia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. It falls into the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, specifically as a member of the family Rutaceae. Within this family, it is categorized under the genus Melicope.
| 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 exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions within the Malesian and Papuasian botanical zones. Within the Malesia region, its presence is documented in Borneo, Maluku, and Sulawesi. Moving into the Papuasia region, it can be found throughout New Guinea. Its range also extends to the Bismarck Archipelago, further diversifying its geographical footprint. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's significant presence across the tropical islands of Southeast Asia and Oceania.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
| Papuasia | Bismarck Archipelago | WCVP |
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Papuasia | Solomon Is. | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Fiji | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Santa Cruz Is. | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Tonga | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Vanuatu | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Melicope denhamii, is characterized by its distinct medicinal properties which are primarily associated with its leaves. These leaves serve as the vital component used in traditional applications, often containing the specific phytochemicals necessary for its therapeutic effects.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Melicope denhamii has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Bergapten, Isoevodionol, STIGMASTEROL, Ternatin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bergapten | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoevodionol | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ternatin | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |