Podocarpus pilgeri
Podocarpus pilgeri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Podocarpus pilgeri, is a rare and distinctive coniferous species native to specific subtropical regions. Characterized by its unique foliage and specialized reproductive structures, this plant holds significant interest in botanical studies and potential ethnobotanical applications, offering valuable insights into biodiversity and traditional medicinal practices.
- Family
- Podocarpaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Podocarpus Pilgeri Subsp. Wangii · Podocarpus Wangii · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Podocarpus pilgeriSynonyms
- Podocarpus pilgeri subsp. wangii
- Podocarpus wangii
- Podocarpus schlechteri
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Pinidae and order Pinales, falling into the family Podocarpaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Podocarpus, specifically the species Podocarpus pilgeri.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Podocarpaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Podocarpus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across East and Southeast Asia. In China, it can be found growing in the Hainan province as well as throughout the China Southeast region. Its range extends into the Indo-China peninsula, where it is native to various habitats. Specifically, the species is documented within the borders of Cambodia and Laos. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the territory of Vietnam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
Chemicals
Podocarpus pilgeri has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include paclitaxel.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| paclitaxel | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
paclitaxel
- Indian journal of microbiology