Melicope semecarpifolia
Melicope semecarpifolia, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub, holds profound value in traditional Southeast Asian medicine. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, including skin infections and inflammatory conditions. Its unique phytochemical profile makes it a subject of intense pharmacological interest.
- Scientific name: Melicope semecarpifolia
- Family: Rutaceae
- 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 Sapindales, it is classified under the family Rutaceae. It is further identified by its specific 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 |
Common Names
This plant, Melicope semecarpifolia, is known by several different common names depending on the language and region. In Chinese, it is referred to as 台湾蜜茱萸 (zh) and 台湾蜜茱萸 (zh-cn), while in Traditional Chinese as used in Taiwan, it is known as 山刈葉 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 台湾蜜茱萸 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 山刈葉 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 台湾蜜茱萸 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning two distinct regions of Asia. In Eastern Asia, its presence is notably recorded within the territory of Taiwan. Furthermore, its range extends into the Malesia region, specifically encompassing the Philippines. These locations represent the primary natural habitats where the species can be found. Consequently, the distribution of Melicope semecarpifolia is concentrated within these specific island ecosystems.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Melicope semecarpifolia, possesses various components that are utilized for their therapeutic properties, most notably the root bark and the fruits. The root bark is often harvested for its specific chemical constituents, which are frequently studied for their potential pharmacological effects in traditional medicine. Additionally, the fruits serve as another significant part of the plant, containing bioactive compounds that contribute to its overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Melicope semecarpifolia has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (3R)-(--)-8,9-dimethoxygeibalansine, 2-acetylevolitrine, 2-acetylpteleine, cis-(+)-7,8-dimethoxymyrtopsine, semecarpifoline.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (3R)-(--)-8,9-dimethoxygeibalansine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-acetylevolitrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2-acetylpteleine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cis-(+)-7,8-dimethoxymyrtopsine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| semecarpifoline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |