Nyctanthes arbor-tristis
Sad tree
Nyctanthes arbor-tristris, commonly known as Night-flowering Jasmine, is a fragrant shrub prized in traditional medicine. Renowned for its intoxicatingly scented blooms, it possesses significant therapeutic properties. It is frequently utilized in Ayurvedic practices to alleviate various ailments, including skin disorders, inflammation, and nervous system imbalances, offering holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Nyctanthes arbor-tristis
- Family: Oleaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, scientifically known as Nyctanthes arbor-tristris, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Oleaceae. Its taxonomic hierarchy concludes with the specific genus Nyctanthes.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nyctanthes | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Nyctanthus arbor-triscutis, is known by various regional names across different languages and cultures. In Hindi, it is commonly referred to as प्राजक्ता, while in Tamil, it is called பவழமல்லி. In Odia, the plant is known as ଗଙ୍ଗଶିଉଳୀ, and in Thai, it is identified as กรรณิการ์. Additionally, in Indonesia, it is recognized by the name Srigading.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| hi | प्राजक्ता | Wikidata |
| ta | பவழமல்லி | Wikidata |
| or | ଗଙ୍ଗଶିଉଳୀ | Wikidata |
| th | กรรณิการ์ | Wikidata |
| id | Srigading | Wikidata |
| bn | শিউলি ফুল | Wikidata |
| ml | പവിഴമല്ലി | Wikidata |
| mr | पारिजातक | Wikidata |
| te | పారిజాతం | Wikidata |
| ne | पारिजात फूल | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Nyctanthes arbor-trisculis, exhibits a widespread distribution across the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing naturally throughout the diverse landscapes of India and its neighboring regions. Specifically, the species is documented within the lush environments of Assam and across the terrain of Bangladesh. Furthermore, its presence extends into the mountainous regions of the East Himalaya. The plant's geographical range is also well-established within the country of Nepal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Nicobar Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Night-flowering Jasmine, possesses several parts utilized for their medicinal properties. The broad, green leaves are frequently employed in traditional remedies, and a single leaf can often be used to prepare topical applications. The fragrant, white flowers are perhaps the most distinctive feature, used for their calming effects, while the small seeds are also valued in various herbal formulations. Additionally, the stem bark is harvested to extract bioactive compounds used in treating different ailments.- Total parts
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 20
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 6 | ★★★☆☆ |
| flowers | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| seeds | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower calyx | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Nyctanthes arbor-tristis has 28 reported phytochemicals identified across 30 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include calceolarioside A, flavonoids, 3-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,2-propanediol 2-O-(galloyl-glucoside), Arbortristoside A, Arbortristoside B.
- Total chemicals
- 28
- Scientific sources
- 30
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| calceolarioside A | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,2-propanediol 2-O-(galloyl-glucoside) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Arbortristoside A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Arbortristoside B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Arbortristoside C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GSH | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GST | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Prupaside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arbortristoside-A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Nyctanthes arbor-tristis has 14 reported activities identified across 19 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Hepatoprotective, Analgesic.
- Total activities
- 14
- Scientific sources
- 19
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticonvulsant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Nyctanthes arbor-tristis has 30 reported medicinal uses identified across 36 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, arthritis, oxidative stress, rheumatism, sciatica.
- Total uses
- 30
- Scientific sources
- 36
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| arthritis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatism | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sciatica | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| T-cell leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anti-allergic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |