Mitrephora chulabhorniana
Mitrephora chulaubhorniana, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in Southeast Asia, holds immense pharmacological potential. Belonging to the Menispermaceae family, this species is valued for its bioactive compounds. Research focuses on its diverse therapeutic properties, exploring its efficacy in treating inflammation and various other systemic health conditions.
- Scientific name: Mitrephora chulabhorniana
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Mitrephora chulabhorniana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Magnoliales. Finally, it is a member of the family Annonaceae and falls under the genus Mitrephora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Mitrephora | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Mitrephora chulaubhorniana, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Thai, it is commonly referred to as มิตรเภาชูลาภ (Mitrephora chulaubhorniana), a name that reflects its botanical identity within its native habitat.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is characterized by a specific and limited geographical range within the Southeast Asian region. Its documented distribution is primarily concentrated within the Indo-China peninsula. Specifically, scientific records indicate that it can be found growing in Thailand. This localized presence suggests that the species may be highly adapted to the particular environmental conditions of this area. Consequently, its occurrence is closely tied to the unique ecological landscape of the Thai territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Mitrephora chulabhorniana, is primarily recognized for the medicinal properties found within its leaf. The leaf serves as a vital component of the plant's anatomy, containing the specific bioactive compounds that contribute to its therapeutic potential. In various traditional applications, the leaf is the most significant part harvested for its pharmacological benefits.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Mitrephora chulabhorniana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, terpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Mitrephora chulabhorniana has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cervical cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cervical cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |