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Pteris melanocaulon

Pteris melanocaulon · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Pteris melanocauloon, scientifically known as Pteris melanocaulon, is a distinctive fern valued in traditional medicine. Characterized by its dark stems, this plant is often utilized for its therapeutic properties. It plays a significant role in ethnobotanical practices, offering potential benefits for various ailments through its unique bioactive compounds.

Family
Pteridaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Pteris Treacheriana

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Pteris melanocaulon

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Polypodiinae and the order Polypodiales, falling into the family Pteridaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Pteris, specifically as the species Pteris melanocaulon.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Polypodiinae
Order Polypodiales
Family Pteridaceae
Genus Pteris

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known as Pteris melanocaulon, exhibits a specific distribution pattern within the Malesia botanical region. Its presence is documented across several key island groups in Southeast Asia. Specifically, it can be found growing naturally within the Philippines. Additionally, the species extends its range to the island of Sulawesi. This limited distribution highlights the plant's occurrence in these particular tropical habitats.

Region Area
Malesia Philippines
Malesia Sulawesi

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Pteris melanocaulon has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Phytosterols, Terpenoids.

Chemicals reported in Pteris melanocaulon
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Phytosterols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Terpenoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Phytosterols

  1. Natural product research

Terpenoids

  1. Natural product research

Activities

Pteris melanocaulon has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.

Activities reported in Pteris melanocaulon
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antioxidant

  1. Natural product research

Conditions

Pteris melanocaulon has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include antioxidant.

Conditions investigated for Pteris melanocaulon
Condition Supporting sources Consensus
Antioxidant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antioxidant

  1. Natural product research

Preparations

Pteris melanocaulon has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include acetone extract.

Preparations reported for Pteris melanocaulon
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Acetone extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Acetone extract

  1. Natural product research