Pandanus amaryllifolius
Pandanus amaryllifolius, commonly known as Pandan, is a versatile tropical plant prized for its aromatic, nutty fragrance. Beyond its culinary importance, it serves as a potent medicinal herb in traditional practices. Renowned for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties, it is widely used to support metabolic and digestive health.
- Scientific name: Pandanus amaryllifolius
- Family: Pandanaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Pandanus amaryllifolius, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Pandanales and the family Pandanaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic hierarchy places it within the genus Pandanus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pandanales | WCVP |
| Family | Pandanaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pandanus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, its presence is specifically noted within the South-Central territories. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found inhabiting parts of Bangladesh, India, and Sri Lanka. Furthermore, the species extends into the Indo-China region, specifically within Cambodia. Together, these locations highlight the diverse tropical and subtropical habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pandanus amaryllifolius has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include norpandamarilactonine-A, norpandamarilactonine-B.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| norpandamarilactonine-A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| norpandamarilactonine-B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pandanus amaryllifolius has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiviral, Hypoglycemic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pandanus amaryllifolius has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include influenza virus (H1N1).
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| influenza virus (H1N1) | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |