Microtropis fokienensis
Microtropis fokienensis, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub in tropical regions, belongs to the Apocynaceae family. This plant is valued in ethnobotany for its bioactive compounds, often utilized in traditional remedies to treat various ailments. Its unique chemical profile makes it a subject of interest in pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Microtropis fokienensis
- Family: Celastraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Celastrales, and the family Celastraceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Microtropis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Celastrales | WCVP |
| Family | Celastraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Microtropis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Microtropis fokienensis, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In mainland China, it is frequently called 福建假卫矛 (zh, zh-cn), while in Taiwan, it is commonly identified as 福建賽衛矛 (zh-tw). Additionally, the plant is known by the names 滇南冠唇花 (zh) and 福建賽衛矛 (zh) in different botanical records.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 福建假卫矛 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 福建賽衛矛 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 福建假卫矛 | Wikidata |
| zh | 滇南冠唇花 | Wikidata |
| zh | 福建賽衛矛 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found in specific regions of Eastern Asia. Its geographical range includes the southeastern parts of China. Additionally, it has a documented presence on the island of Taiwan. These locations represent the primary areas where the species can be located in the wild. Consequently, its distribution is relatively concentrated within these East Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Microtropis fokienenensis, exhibits distinct morphological characteristics across its various structures. The stem serves as the primary structural support, facilitating the transport of nutrients and water throughout the organism. Below the surface, the roots extend into the soil to anchor the plant firmly and absorb essential minerals and moisture from the environment. Finally, the leaves act as the main site for photosynthesis, capturing sunlight to produce the energy necessary for the plant's growth and survival.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Microtropis fokienensis has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3beta,28-dihydroxy-11alpha-methoxyurs-12-ene, microfokienoxane A, microfokienoxane B, microfokienoxane C, microfokienoxane D.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3beta,28-dihydroxy-11alpha-methoxyurs-12-ene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| microfokienoxane A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| microfokienoxane B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| microfokienoxane C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| microfokienoxane D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Microtropis fokienensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antitubercular.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antitubercular | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |