Terminalia ferdinandiana
Kakadu plum
Terminalia ferdinandiana, commonly known as the Gulupa or Madagascar Almond, is a versatile medicinal plant native to Madagascar. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, various parts of the tree are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from skin infections to digestive issues, showcasing its significant ethnobotanical value and importance.
- Scientific name: Terminalia ferdinandiana
- Family: Combretaceae
- Native range: Australasia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Terminalia ferdinandiana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Myrtales and the family Combretaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Terminalia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Combretaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Terminalia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Terminalia ferdinandiana, is referred to by various common names depending on the language. In Azerbaijani, it is called Ferdinand terminaliyası, while in German, it is known as Buschpflaume. It is widely recognized in Portuguese as Kakadu plum, and in Russian, it is called Терминалия Фердинанда. Additionally, in Chinese, the plant is known as 費氏欖仁.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| az | Ferdinand terminaliyası | Wikidata |
| de | Buschpflaume | Wikidata |
| pt | Kakadu plum | Wikidata |
| ru | Терминалия Фердинанда | Wikidata |
| zh | 費氏欖仁 | Wikidata |
| bg | терминалия на Фердинанд | Wikidata |
| ja | カカドゥ・プラム | Wikidata |
| azb | کاکادو آلوسی | Wikidata |
| fa | آلوی کاکادو | Wikidata |
| en | kakadu plum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Terminalia ferdinandiana, exhibits a specific distribution across the northern regions of the Australian continent. It can be found growing naturally within the Northern Territory, where it thrives in tropical environments. Additionally, its range extends into the tropical landscapes of Queensland. The species also makes its presence known in the northern parts of Western Australia. Consequently, its geographical footprint is primarily concentrated in these three distinct Australian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Terminalia ferdinandiana, utilizes various components for its medicinal and nutritional value, most notably its leaves and fruit. The leaf is a significant part of the plant, often studied for its bioactive compounds and potential therapeutic properties. Additionally, the fruit serves as a vital part of the plant's anatomy, providing a concentrated source of nutrients and secondary metabolites that contribute to its overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruit | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Terminalia ferdinandiana has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthocyanins, antioxidant, ascorbic acid, ellagic acid, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthocyanins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ellagic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Terminalia ferdinandiana has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Terminalia ferdinandiana has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include MRSA, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, fungal infections.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| MRSA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cardiovascular diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fungal infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| giardiasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative damage | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |