Ormosia sumatrana
Ormosia sumatranana, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant from Southeast Asia, is valued for its diverse bioactive properties. Often utilized in traditional practices, this species contains unique alkaloids and compounds studied for their potential therapeutic effects, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities, offering promising insights into natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Ormosia sumatrana
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Ormosia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ormosia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ormosia sumatrana, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In Indonesian, it is commonly referred to as kayu merah, while in English, it is identified by the name sumatran ormosia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical presence across several key regions in Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China territory, its distribution extends through Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Moving into the Malesia region, the species can also be found on the island of Borneo. Additionally, its range encompasses the island of Jawa. Together, these locations highlight the diverse ecological habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Ormosia sumatrana, is primarily studied for the medicinal properties found within its various components, though the leaves are a key area of interest for botanical research. The leaves of this species are integral to its physiological structure, serving as the primary site for photosynthesis and the synthesis of various bioactive compounds. In the study of its medicinal potential, examining the leaf morphology and chemical composition is essential for understanding how the plant interacts with its environment and contributes to its overall pharmacological profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ormosia sumatrana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3'-O-cinnamoylprocyanidin A-2, sumatranoside.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3'-O-cinnamoylprocyanidin A-2 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sumatranoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |