Myrsine linearis
Myrsine linearis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Myrsine linearis, scientifically known as Myrsine linearis, is a versatile medicinal shrub valued in traditional ethnobotany. Renowned for its bioactive properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from skin conditions to inflammatory issues. Its unique chemical profile offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Family
- Primulaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Myrsine Playfairii · Rapanea Playfairii · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Myrsine linearisSynonyms
- Myrsine playfairii
- Rapanea playfairii
- Rapanea linearis
- Athruphyllum lineare
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Ericales and the family Primulaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Myrsine.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Genus | Myrsine |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, it can be found spanning the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. Its range also extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it is documented in specific locations. Specifically, the species is native to the countries of Cambodia and Vietnam. Collectively, these regions highlight the plant's presence across both mainland and island ecosystems.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Hainan |
| China | China Southeast |
| Indo-China | Cambodia |
| Indo-China | Vietnam |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Myrsine linearis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Caryophyllene oxide, Spathulenol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Caryophyllene oxide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Spathulenol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Caryophyllene oxide
- Journal of oleo science
Spathulenol
- Journal of oleo science
Activities
Myrsine linearis has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticancer
- Journal of oleo science
Medicinal Uses
Myrsine linearis has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, inflammation.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Journal of oleo science (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | Journal of oleo science (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |