Syzygium mundagam

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Eugenia mundagam
• Jambosa mundagam

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

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 ordered as Myrtalees and belongs to the family Myrtyaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Syzygium.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is specifically found within the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. Its natural range is primarily restricted to the country of India. Within this region, it occupies specific ecological niches that support its growth. The distribution highlights its importance as a native species to the local environment. Consequently, understanding its presence in India is essential for studying its regional medicinal value.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Syzygium mundagam is characterized by its classification as a phanerophyte, a growth form where the perennating buds are located high above the ground on woody branches. Within this category, it specifically exhibits traits consistent with both phanerophyte and nanophanerophyte life forms, indicating a perennial existence where the plant maintains a permanent, woody structure that allows it to survive through unfavorable seasons by protecting its buds on elevated stems. This life strategy enables the species to establish a stable, long-term presence in its ecosystem, utilizing its elevated canopy to access light and resources while ensuring its survival through its perennial woody architecture.

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Syzygium mundagam is characterized by its growth habit as a woody plant, possessing a robust and firm structure. In terms of its climbing nature, it functions as a self-supporting liana or vine, meaning it does not rely on other structures for its primary upward movement but can exhibit self-supporting characteristics. It is a non-parasitic species, existing as an independent organism without the need to derive nutrients from a host. Furthermore, it is a terrestrial plant rather than an epiphyte, establishing its roots and life cycle directly within the soil of its natural habitat.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Syzygium mundagam has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.

Analgesic

1. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Medicinal Uses

Syzygium mundagam has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include body weight, inflammation, pain.

Most Reported Uses