Pinus kesiya
Pinus kesiya · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (70 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Pinus kesiya, is a prominent coniferous species native to Southeast Asia. Commonly referred to as the Khasi pine, it holds significant ecological and medicinal value. Traditionally, its resins and extracts are utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, showcasing its importance in natural pharmacology.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Pinus kesiyaDistribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, its presence is noted in the South-Central areas as well as within Tibet. Moving into the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in Assam and throughout Bangladesh. Its range also extends into the Indo-China region, specifically reaching into Cambodia. Together, these locations highlight the diverse habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pinus kesiya has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ABIETIC ACID, ALPHA-PINENE, BETA-PINENE, CAMPHENE, LONGIFOLENE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ABIETIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PINENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CAMPHENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LONGIFOLENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| TURPENTINE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
ABIETIC ACID
- Dr. Duke
ALPHA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
BETA-PINENE
- Dr. Duke
CAMPHENE
- Dr. Duke
LONGIFOLENE
- Dr. Duke
TURPENTINE
- Dr. Duke
Tannin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Pinus kesiya has 63 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Allelochemic, Allelopathic, Allergenic, Anthelmintic, AntiHIV.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacne | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticariogenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiarrheic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |