Saurauia vulcani
Saurauia vulcani, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in tropical ecosystems, holds immense ethnobotanical value. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this species is utilized in traditional remedies to treat various ailments. Exploring its phytochemical properties offers promising insights into developing new therapeutic agents for modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Saurauia vulcani
- Family: Actinidiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ericales, it falls under the family Actinidiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Saurauia and the specific species Saurauia vulcanii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Actinidiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Saurauia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Saurauia vulcani, is recognized by various regional names across different linguistic groups. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Vulcan Saurauia, while in Spanish, it is known as Saurauia de Vulcano. In its native habitats, it may also be called Saurauia vulcana in botanical contexts or simply Saurauia in certain local dialects.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is found within the diverse tropical regions of the Malesia botanical zone. Its specific geographical distribution includes the area known as Malaya. Additionally, its presence extends to the island of Sumatera. These locations represent the primary habitats where the species can be identified. Therefore, its range is concentrated within these specific Southeast Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Saurauia vulcani has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Saurauia vulcani has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Salmonella infection.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Salmonella infection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |