Terminalia triptera
Terminalia triptera, commonly known as a significant medicinal species in tropical regions, offers diverse therapeutic potential. Belonging to the Combretaceae family, this plant is valued in traditional medicine for its bioactive compounds. Researchers are increasingly exploring its phytochemical properties to develop novel treatments for various inflammatory and infectious conditions.
- Scientific name: Terminalia triptera
- Family: Combretaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and order Myrtales, it is further categorized into the family Combretaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Terminalia, and its specific species name, triptera.
| 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 triptera, is identified by several different common names depending on the linguistic context and regional usage. In Chinese, it is referred to by the names 三翅榄仁 (zh), 三翅榄仁 (zh-hans), and 三翅榄仁 (zh-cn), all of which highlight its distinct botanical characteristics. Additionally, it is also known as 海南榄仁 (zh) in certain Chinese-speaking regions.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 三翅榄仁 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 三翅榄仁 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 三翅榄仁 | Wikidata |
| zh | 海南榄仁 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Terminalia triptera, exhibits a specific distribution across parts of Southeast Asia. In China, its presence is localized to the island province of Hainan. The species also extends into the Indo-China region, where it can be found in Cambodia. Furthermore, it inhabits various territories within Laos and Myanmar. Finally, its geographical range includes the lush landscapes of Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Terminalia triptera has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-epicatechin, eschweilenol C, gallic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eschweilenol C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Terminalia triptera has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hepatoma, type 2 diabetes.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hepatoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| type 2 diabetes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |