Suregada glomerulata
Suregada glomerulata, commonly known as the "Indian Coral Tree," is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional Ayurvedic practices. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, its bark, leaves, and flowers are utilized to treat various ailments, including skin disorders, inflammation, and digestive issues, offering significant pharmacological potential for healing.
- Scientific name: Suregada glomerulata
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Suregada glomerulata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malpighiales. It is further categorized under the family Euphorbiaceae within the genus Suregada.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Suregada | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Suregada glomerulata, is known by the Chinese common name 白树 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 白树 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad natural distribution across several key regions of Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China zone, it can be found growing in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its presence extends beyond the mainland into the Malesia region. Specifically, it is documented as growing on the island of Borneo. These diverse locations highlight its widespread ecological footprint across the tropical landscapes of the region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Maluku | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Suregada glomerulata, possesses various components that contribute to its medicinal properties, most notably its roots. The roots are frequently utilized in traditional healing practices, often being processed or decocted to extract bioactive compounds used in treating various ailments. While other parts of the plant may be studied, the root system serves as a vital repository of the plant's therapeutic potential.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Suregada glomerulata has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-oxo-beta-sitosterol, Jolkinolide B, adenosine, helioscopinolide B, jolkinolide B.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 7-oxo-beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Jolkinolide B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| adenosine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| helioscopinolide B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| jolkinolide B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sucrose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |