Myrica serrata
Myrica serrata, commonly known as Bayberry or Tamalpatra, is a versatile medicinal plant native to South Asia. Renowned for its aromatic leaves, it is widely used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat digestive issues, respiratory ailments, and skin conditions. Its potent antimicrobial properties make it a vital botanical resource.
- Scientific name: Myrica serrata
- Family: Myricaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fagales, specifically within the family Myrricaceae. Finally, it is categorized under 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 distribution across several key regions of the African continent. In West-Central Tropical Africa, its presence is noted within the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Moving toward East Tropical Africa, it can be found inhabiting parts of Tanzania. The species also extends into South Tropical Africa, specifically appearing in Angola and Malawi. Finally, its geographical range reaches into Mozambique, completing its spread across these southern territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zambia | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Botswana | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Caprivi Strip | WCVP |
Activities
Myrica serrata has 10 reported activities identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Adaptogenic, Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antidiabetic, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitussive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphrodisiac | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Laxative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |