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Ochna gamblei

Ochna gamblei · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Ochna gamblei, scientifically known as Ochna gamblei, is a captivating medicinal shrub prized for its vibrant blooms and therapeutic potential. Traditionally used in herbal remedies, this plant offers unique bioactive compounds. Exploring its botanical properties reveals its significant role in folk medicine and its growing interest in modern pharmacology.

Family
Ochnaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Leaf · Stem
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Ochna Beddomei · Ochna Obtusata Var. Gamblei

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Ochna gamblei

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Ochnaceae and falls under the genus Ochna.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Malpighiales WCVP
Family Ochnaceae WCVP
Genus Ochna WCVP

Distribution

This plant is primarily located within the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Its specific presence can be identified across various regions of India. More specifically, it is known to thrive in the particular environment of Assam. These geographical details highlight the localized nature of its natural habitat. Therefore, the distribution of Ochna gamblei is closely tied to these specific South Asian territories.

Region Area Source
Indian Subcontinent Assam WCVP
Indian Subcontinent India WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Ochna gamblei, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, most notably the stem bark and the leaves. The stem bark is often harvested to extract bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies, while the leaves serve as a primary source of therapeutic constituents. Together, these plant parts contribute to the overall medicinal profile of the species, reflecting the diverse ways in which different anatomical structures can harbor healing elements.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaf Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
stem Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Ochna gamblei has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,3-Dihydroochnaflavone, Ochnaflavone, (-)-Epicatechin, 2,3-Dihydroochnaflavone 7-O-methyl ether, 7-O-Methyltetrahydroochnaflavone.

Chemicals reported in Ochna gamblei
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
2,3-Dihydroochnaflavone 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Ochnaflavone 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
(-)-Epicatechin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
2,3-Dihydroochnaflavone 7-O-methyl ether 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
7-O-Methyltetrahydroochnaflavone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Afrormosin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Kaempferol 3-O-glucoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Taxifolin 3-O-rhamnoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
kaempferol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
kaempferol 3-O-rhamnoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

2,3-Dihydroochnaflavone

  1. Journal of natural products
  2. Journal of Asian natural products research

Ochnaflavone

  1. Journal of natural products
  2. Journal of Asian natural products research

(-)-Epicatechin

  1. Journal of natural products

2,3-Dihydroochnaflavone 7-O-methyl ether

  1. Journal of natural products

7-O-Methyltetrahydroochnaflavone

  1. Journal of natural products

Afrormosin

  1. Journal of natural products

Kaempferol 3-O-glucoside

  1. Journal of natural products

Taxifolin 3-O-rhamnoside

  1. Journal of natural products

kaempferol

  1. Journal of natural products

kaempferol 3-O-rhamnoside

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
stem bark Journal of Asian natural products research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆