Micromelum minutum var. minutum
Micromelum minutum var. minutum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Micromelum minutum var. minutum, is a specialized medicinal plant valued for its unique pharmacological properties. Native to specific tropical ecosystems, this variety is recognized in traditional medicine for its potential therapeutic benefits. Understanding its chemical composition is essential for exploring its role in modern herbal pharmacology.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Micromelum minutum var. minutumSynonyms
- Cookia falcata
- Micromelum minutum var. glabrescens
- Micromelum minutum var. denticulatum
- Micromelum pubescens var. glabrescens
- Micromelum falcatum
- Micromelum pubescens var. denticulatum
- Cookia sonneratii
- Micromelum timoriense
- Micromelum pubescens
- Micromelum octandrum
- Micromelum glabrescens
- Glycosmis subvelutina
- Aulacia falcata
- Bergera villosa
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Sapindales, specifically within the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Micromelum as the variety minutum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Micromelum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its range extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically appearing in the state of Assam. Additionally, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Bangladesh. These various locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in diverse subtropical environments.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh |
| Indo-China | Cambodia |
| Indo-China | Laos |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
| Indo-China | Thailand |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Micromelum minutum var. minutum has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Arnottinin, Casegravol, Citrubuntin, Hopeyhopin, Microcoumaririn.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Arnottinin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Casegravol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Citrubuntin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hopeyhopin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Microcoumaririn | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Microfalcrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micromelosidester | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Micropubescin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phebalosin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Thamnosmonin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Arnottinin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Casegravol
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Citrubuntin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Hopeyhopin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Microcoumaririn
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Microfalcrin
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Micromelosidester
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Micropubescin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Phebalosin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Thamnosmonin
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Preparations
Micromelum minutum var. minutum has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include M. falcatum leave extracts, ethyl acetate extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| M. falcatum leave extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ethyl acetate extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
M. falcatum leave extracts
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Ethyl acetate extract
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials