Melicope ternata
Melicope ternata, commonly known as a member of the Rutaceae family, is a medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic properties. This plant offers significant interest in ethnobotany, particularly regarding its traditional uses in folk medicine.
- Scientific name: Melicope ternata
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Australasia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, it is situated in the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Melicope, specifically as the species Melicope ternata.
| 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 ternata, is known by various common names depending on the local language and region. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Ternate Melicope, while in Indonesian, it is commonly called Melicope ternata.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to the diverse landscapes of New Zealand. Its range extends across the northern regions of the North Island. It is also widely distributed throughout the South Island of the country. Additionally, the species can be found growing on the remote Kermadec Islands. These distinct locations highlight the broad geographical footprint of Melicope ternata.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | Kermadec Is. | WCVP |
| New Zealand | New Zealand North | WCVP |
| New Zealand | New Zealand South | WCVP |
Activities
Melicope ternata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Toxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Toxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |