Ochna obtusata
Ochna obtusata, commonly known as the False Waterberry, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to Southern Africa. Valued for its striking aesthetic, it produces vibrant clusters of yellow flowers that transition into striking red fruits. This versatile plant serves as both an ornamental garden highlight and a vital ecological resource.
- Scientific name: Ochna obtusata
- Family: Ochnaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Ochnaceae and is specifically identified by 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 exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing naturally across the diverse landscapes of India and Bangladesh. Its presence also extends to the hilly terrains of Nepal and the tropical regions of Assam. Furthermore, the species is documented to inhabit the island nation of Sri Lanka. Collectively, these locations define the primary geographical range of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ochna obtusata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ochna obtusata has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase, Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |