Popowia perakensis
Popowiia perakensis, commonly known as a member of the Euphorbiaceae family, is a rare medicinal plant indigenous to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, it holds significant potential in ethnobotanical research, offering promising bioactive compounds that may contribute to the development of novel therapeutic treatments.
- Scientific name: Popowia perakensis
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Popowia perakensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Magnoliales. Finally, it is a member of the family Annonaceae and the genus Popowiia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Popowia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Popowia perakensis, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Popowia plant, while in Portuguese, it is known as Popowia. In its native habitats within Brazil, it may be called Popowia perakensis in a botanical context, though local vernacular names can vary.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is specifically located within the Malesia region. Its natural habitat is primarily restricted to the area of Malaya. This localized distribution indicates a very specific environmental requirement for its survival. Due to this limited range, the species is considered an endemic component of the local flora. Understanding this geographical pattern is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Popowia perakensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-limacine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-limacine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |