Schleichera oleosa
Schleicherha oleosa, commonly known as the Ceylon Mahua, is a versatile medicinal tree native to South Asia. Renowned for its nutrient-rich seeds and flowers, it offers significant therapeutic benefits. Traditionally used to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and inflammation, this plant serves as a vital resource in holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Schleichera oleosa
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Sapindales and the family Sapindaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Schleichera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapindaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Schleichera | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Schleichera oleosa, is referred to by various regional names across different languages and cultures. In Indonesia, it is commonly called kesambi in both Javanese (jv: Kesambi) and Indonesian (id: Kesambi), while in Thailand, it is known as ตะคร้อ (th: ตะคร้อ). In the Malayalam language of India, it is called പുവ്വം (ml: പുവ്വം), and in Russian, it is referred to as макассаровое дерево (ru: макассаровое дерево).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| jv | Kesambi | Wikidata |
| id | Kesambi | Wikidata |
| ml | പുവ്വം | Wikidata |
| th | ตะคร้อ | Wikidata |
| ru | макассаровое дерево | Wikidata |
| mad | Kosambhi | Wikidata |
| su | Kosambi | Wikidata |
| ban | Kusambi | Wikidata |
| zh | 杦树 | Wikidata |
| zh | 久树 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions of the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing naturally throughout the diverse landscapes of India. The species is also well-established in the neighboring territories of Bangladesh and Nepal. Additionally, its presence extends to the tropical environments of Sri Lanka. Finally, it is specifically documented within the lush, humid regions of Assam.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as the Bidara tree, possesses various components that are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The bark is highly valued in traditional medicine for its astringent and anti-inflammatory qualities, often used to treat skin ailments or digestive issues. The stem serves as the structural foundation of the tree, supporting its spreading canopy and facilitating the transport of nutrients essential for growth. Additionally, the fruits are a significant part of the plant, often being edible and containing bioactive compounds that contribute to its medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Schleichera oleosa has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoid, betulinic acid, lupeol, lupeol acetate, phytosterols.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lupeol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lupeol acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phytosterols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| schleicherastatin 1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scillarenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Schleichera oleosa has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Schleichera oleosa has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include arthritis, cancer, inflammation, malaria, pain.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rheumatoid arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |