Pittosporum angustifolium
Pittosporum angustifolium, commonly known as the narrow-leaved pittosporum, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to Australia. Valued for its dense foliage and delicate white flowers, it holds traditional significance in indigenous medicine. This versatile plant is often utilized for its aromatic properties and potential healing applications in herbal remedies.
- Scientific name: Pittosporum angustifolium
- Family: Pittosporaceae
- Native range: Australasia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and order Apiales, it is further classified under the family Pittosporaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation falls within the genus Pittosporum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Pittosporaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pittosporum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Pittosporum angustifolium, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is most frequently called the narrow-leaved pittosporum, while in Chinese, it is known as 窄叶铁线菊 (zhǎi yè tiě xiàn jú). Additionally, in Korean, it is referred to as 좁은잎피토스포룸 (jobeunip pitoseu-porum).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several different regions within the Australian continent. Its distribution can be found extending through the eastern states of New South Wales and Queensland. Additionally, it inhabits significant portions of Victoria and South Australia. Moving further north, the species is also documented within the Northern Territory. Collectively, these areas highlight the diverse geographical range this medicinal plant maintains throughout Australia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | New South Wales | WCVP |
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | South Australia | WCVP |
| Australia | Victoria | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pittosporum angustifolium has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include acetic acid decyl ester, flavonoids, saponins, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| acetic acid decyl ester | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pittosporum angustifolium has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Lactagogue.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lactagogue | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pittosporum angustifolium has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Proteus mirabilis, autoimmune diseases, coughs, cramps, eczema.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Proteus mirabilis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| autoimmune diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coughs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cramps | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eczema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pruritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |