Syzygium coriaceum

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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 further organized under the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. Finally, its taxonomic position is completed within the genus Syzygium.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is found exclusively within the Western Indian Ocean region. Specifically, its natural habitat is restricted to the island of Mauritius. Due to this localized presence, it is considered an endemic species to that area. This unique distribution highlights the importance of protecting the specific ecosystems where it grows.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Syzygium coriaceum is characterized by its structural classification as a phanerophyte, as it maintains its perennial woody stems well above the ground level to survive seasonal changes. Within the broader spectrum of growth strategies, it functions primarily as a phanerophyte, though its architectural complexity may occasionally exhibit characteristics associated with other life forms depending on environmental stressors and canopy density. This botanical strategy allows the plant to establish a stable, long-lived presence in its ecosystem, utilizing its elevated photosynthetic organs to compete for light and resources throughout its life cycle.

Life form :

nanophanerophyte

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Syzygium coriaceum is characterized by its woody structure, exhibiting a robust and firm physical composition. Although it possesses a climbing habit, it functions as a self-supporting climber rather than relying on external hosts for structural integrity. It is an independent organism that does not exhibit parasitic behavior, maintaining its own nutritional processes without host dependency. Furthermore, it is a terrestrial plant, growing in soil rather than existing as an epiphyte.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Syzygium coriaceum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole, MYRCENE, Myristicin.

1,8-Cineole

1. Chemistry & biodiversity

MYRCENE

1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Myristicin

1. Chemistry & biodiversity

Activities

Syzygium coriaceum has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiaging, Antimicrobial, Antiproliferative, Cytotoxic.

Antiaging

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Antimicrobial

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Antiproliferative

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Cytotoxic

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Medicinal Uses

Syzygium coriaceum has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include amylase, skin aging, tyrosinase.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations