Symplocos tetrandra
Symplocos tetrandra, commonly known as the Yellow Soapwood, is a versatile medicinal plant native to South Asia. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, its bark and leaves are traditionally utilized in Ayurvedic practices to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and various inflammatory conditions, offering significant therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Symplocos tetrandra
- Family: Symplocaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically categorized under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ericales, it is a member of the family Symplocaceae. Its taxonomic identity is further defined by its classification under the genus Symplocos.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Symplocaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Symplocos | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Symplocos tetrandra, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the tetrandra symplocos, while in Hindi, it is known as kabaal. In its native regions, it is also identified by the name kabaal in Bengali.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across parts of South America. In Brazil, it can be found within the Southeast region of the country. Additionally, the species is present throughout the South of Brazil. Its range extends further into Southern South America to reach Argentina. Specifically, it is located within the Northeast portion of Argentina.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Symplocos tetrandra has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include iridoids, saponins, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| iridoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Symplocos tetrandra has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antitumor.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |