Syzygium antisepticum
Syzygium antisepticum, commonly known as the clove antiseptic, is a medicinal plant prized for its potent antimicrobial properties. Rich in essential oils like eugenol, it serves as a powerful natural disinfectant. Traditionally used to treat skin infections and oral ailments, this versatile species remains a cornerstone in herbal pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Syzygium antisepticum
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Syzygium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Syzygium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it can be found growing in the state of Assam and throughout Bangladesh. Its presence extends significantly into the Indo-China region as well. Specifically, it is located within the Andaman Islands, Cambodia, and Laos. This wide range demonstrates the plant's ability to thrive in diverse habitats across these territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Nicobar Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Syzygium antisepticum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ethyl linoleate, methyl linolenate, phytol.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ethyl linoleate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methyl linolenate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phytol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Syzygium antisepticum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |