Myroxylon balsamum
Myroxylon balsamum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (324 studies) · ★★★★★
Myroxylon balsamum, is a medicinal plant renowned for producing precious balsam. Historically valued in traditional medicine, its resin possesses significant antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties. Widely used in aromatherapy and topical ointments, this botanical treasure offers diverse therapeutic benefits, supporting skin healing and respiratory wellness through its aromatic essence.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Myroxylon balsamumDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning several regions across the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in both Ghana and Sierra Leone. Moving into West-Central Tropical Africa, the species can be found within the territories of Gabon and the DR Congo. Additionally, its distribution extends into East Tropical Africa, specifically within Tanzania. Together, these locations highlight the broad ecological footprint of Myroxylon balsamum across various tropical zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Northwestern Pacific | Caroline Is. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Myroxylon balsamum has 52 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1(5),6-Guaiadiene, 1,2-Diphenylethane, ALPHA-PINENE, BENZYL BENZOATE, BENZYL CINNAMATE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 1(5),6-Guaiadiene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,2-Diphenylethane | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BENZYL BENZOATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BENZYL CINNAMATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-ELEMENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Benzyl isoferulate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CADALENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALAMENENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CINNAMIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
1(5),6-Guaiadiene
- Dr. Duke
1,2-Diphenylethane
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
BENZYL BENZOATE
- Dr. Duke
BENZYL CINNAMATE
- Dr. Duke
BETA-ELEMENE
- Dr. Duke
Benzyl isoferulate
- Dr. Duke
CADALENE
- Dr. Duke
CALAMENENE
- Dr. Duke
CINNAMIC ACID
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Myroxylon balsamum has 269 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Abortifacient, Acaricide, Adrenergic, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allelochemic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Abortifacient | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Adrenergic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| balsam of Peru | Contact dermatitis (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |