Corky Debbar Tree
Polyalthia suberosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (16 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Corky Debbar Tree, scientifically known as Polyalthia suberosa, is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its thick, corky bark, it features diverse therapeutic properties. Traditionally used in various herbal remedies, the tree offers significant bioactive compounds capable of addressing various ailments and supporting holistic wellness.
- Family
- Annonaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Corky Debbar Tree
- Scientific synonyms
- Miliusa Concinna · Uvaria Suberosa · 2 more
Names
Common Names
- Corky Debbar Tree
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Polyalthia suberosaSynonyms
- Miliusa concinna
- Uvaria suberosa
- Guatteria suberosa
- Polyalthia suberosa var. laevis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Magnoliales, it is classified under the family Annonaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Polyalthia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Polyalthia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. In China, its presence is documented specifically in Hainan as well as throughout China Southeast. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in the state of Assam. The species also populates the country of Bangladesh within this same subcontinent. Finally, its natural range extends across various parts of India.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Polyalthia suberosa, utilizes its stems as a vital structural component to support its growth and facilitate the transport of nutrients throughout the organism. The stems serve as the central framework that elevates the leaves toward sunlight and provides the necessary conduit for water and minerals to reach the foliage. In medicinal applications, the bark and woody tissues derived from these stems are often studied or utilized for their specific chemical properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| stem | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Polyalthia suberosa has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 24-Noroleana-3,12-diene, Caryophyllene oxide, D-Limonene, N-trans-Coumaroyltyramine, N-trans-Feruloyltyramine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 24-Noroleana-3,12-diene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Caryophyllene oxide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-Limonene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-trans-Coumaroyltyramine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-trans-Feruloyltyramine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| P-CYMENE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Suberosol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Volatile oil | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| palmitic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
24-Noroleana-3,12-diene
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
Caryophyllene oxide
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
D-Limonene
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
N-trans-Coumaroyltyramine
- Phytochemistry
N-trans-Feruloyltyramine
- Phytochemistry
P-CYMENE
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
Phytol
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
Suberosol
- Journal of natural products
Volatile oil
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
palmitic acid
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
Activities
Polyalthia suberosa has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Polyalthia suberosa has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV, analgesic, antioxidant.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| HIV | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| analgesic | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |