Nauclea officinalis
Nauclea officinalis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (35 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Nauclea officinalis, is a versatile medicinal shrub widely utilized in traditional African and Asian medicine. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, the plant offers significant anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antimalarial benefits. Its roots, bark, and leaves serve as essential natural remedies for treating various ailments.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf · Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Sarcocephalus Officinalis · Nauclea Brunnea
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Nauclea officinalisSynonyms
- Sarcocephalus officinalis
- Nauclea brunnea
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Gentianales, it is a member of the Rubiaceae family. Its taxonomic identity is further defined by its placement in the genus Nauclea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nauclea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Asia. In China, its presence is specifically noted in Hainan and throughout China Southeast. Moving into the Indo-China region, the species can be found growing in the landscapes of Cambodia. It also maintains a significant presence within the borders of Laos. Finally, its natural range extends into the tropical environments of Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Nauclea orientalis, is a medicinal shrub or tree that utilizes various components for therapeutic purposes. The medicinal properties are most commonly found within the bark, which is often harvested for its bioactive compounds. Additionally, the leaves are frequently used in traditional remedies, often prepared as decoctions or infusions. The structural integrity of the plant is supported by its woody stems, while the smaller, more flexible stems can also be utilized in certain medicinal preparations.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 4 sources) | ★★☆☆☆ |
| stem | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 4 sources) | ★★☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Nauclea officinalis has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Pumiloside, Strictosamide, Angustine, Angustoline, Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Pumiloside | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Strictosamide | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angustine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angustoline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glycosides | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Iridoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Iridoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Kelampayoside A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Naucleamide G | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Pumiloside
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials
Strictosamide
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Angustine
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Angustoline
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Flavonoids
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Glycosides
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Iridoid
- Fitoterapia
Iridoids
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
Kelampayoside A
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Naucleamide G
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Activities
Nauclea officinalis has 2 reported activities identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antiviral.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Chinese medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Chinese medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Nauclea officinalis has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, fever.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 95% ethanol extract | Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| boiling water extraction | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water extract of the stem | Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water extracted solution | Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water-soluble part of stem | Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |