Strobocalyx arborea
Strobocalyx arborea, commonly known as a significant medicinal tree in tropical ecosystems, holds immense ethnobotanical value. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this species is traditionally utilized in various healing practices. Understanding its phytochemical properties is essential for exploring its potential applications in modern pharmacology and natural therapeutics.
- Scientific name: Strobocalyx arborea
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Strobocalyx.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Strobocalyx | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Strobocalyx arborea, is known by the common name 树斑鸠菊 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 树斑鸠菊 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several distinct regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted specifically in the South-Central and Southeast territories. Moving toward the Indian Subcontinent, the species can be found thriving in the state of Assam. It is also commonly distributed throughout the country of Bangladesh. Finally, its range extends across various parts of India, completing its regional footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Strobocalyx arborea, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in its medicinal profile. These leaves are often the most significant part of the plant harvested for therapeutic purposes, containing the specific bioactive compounds required for its healing properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |