Neonauclea griffithii
Neonauclea griffithii, commonly known as the Griffiths' Neonauclea, is a rare and distinctive medicinal plant native to specific Australian ecosystems. Renowned for its unique botanical characteristics, it holds significant potential in traditional healing practices, offering promising pharmacological properties that continue to intrigue researchers studying natural bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Neonauclea griffithii
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianales, it is classified under the family Rubiaceae. Specifically, it is identified by its genus, Neonauclea, and its species name, Neonauclea griffithii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Neonauclea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning several distinct regions across Asia. Within China, it can be found specifically in the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its distribution extends into the Indian Subcontinent, where it inhabits Assam and the East Himalaya regions. Furthermore, the species is documented within the Indo-China region, particularly in Myanmar. These varied locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive across multiple subtropical and montane environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Neonauclea griffithii has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include benzaldoxime, cinnamamide, scopoletin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| benzaldoxime | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cinnamamide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |