Myrica esculenta
Myrica esculenta, commonly known as Takol in Assam, is a versatile medicinal plant native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its antioxidant properties, it is widely used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin ailments, and inflammatory conditions. Its nutrient-rich fruits offer significant therapeutic potential in holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Myrica esculenta
- Family: Myricaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Fagales and is a member of the family Myricaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Myrica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fagales | WCVP |
| Family | Myricaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Myrica | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it is specifically found in the South-Central and Southeast territories. The species also has a significant presence across the Indian Subcontinent, particularly in the state of Assam. Furthermore, it thrives within the borders of Bangladesh. Finally, its range extends into the rugged landscapes of the East Himalaya region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Myrica esculenta has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include catechin, flavonoids, glycosides, myricetin, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myricetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Myrica esculenta has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include asthma, chronic bronchitis, inflammation, anemia, cough.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| asthma | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chronic bronchitis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stomach ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |