Malabar Mahogany
Prioria pinnata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Malabar Mahogany, scientifically known as Prioria pinnata, is a majestic evergreen tree native to the tropical forests of South and Southeast Asia. Renowned for its durable, high-quality timber, this species also holds significant ethnobotanical value, with various parts used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments and inflammation.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Malabar Mahogany
- Scientific synonyms
- Hardwickia Pinnata · Kingiodendron Pinnatum
Names
Common Names
- Malabar Mahogany
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Prioria pinnataSynonyms
- Hardwickia pinnata
- Kingiodendron pinnatum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the Fabaceae family, situated within the genus Prioria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Prioria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is specifically native to the geographical regions of the Indian Subcontinent. Within this vast area, its documented occurrence is found in India. It thrives in specific ecological niches that support its growth and medicinal properties. The distribution remains concentrated within these particular tropical landscapes. Consequently, researchers often look to these Indian habitats to study its natural occurrence.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Chemicals
Prioria pinnata has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Saponins, Steroids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Ayu
Saponins
- Ayu
Steroids
- Ayu