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Tetradium

Tetradium · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Tetraedium, scientifically known as Tetraedium, is a fascinating medicinal plant prized for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this botanical specimen offers unique bioactive compounds capable of addressing various ailments. Understanding its biological profile is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacological applications.

Family
Rutaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Philagonia · Megabotrya

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Tetradium

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

German:

  • Stinkeschen

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Rutaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Tetradium.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Sapindales
Family Rutaceae
Genus Tetradium

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several distinct regions across the continent. In Middle Europe, its presence is noted within the borders of Germany and Poland. Moving toward the Mediterranean, the species can also be found in Southeastern Europe, specifically in Italy. Its range extends significantly into Central Asia, where it inhabits the landscapes of Tajikistan. Finally, the plant is documented to grow within the territory of Uzbekistan.

Region Area
Middle Europe Germany
Middle Europe Poland
Southeastern Europe Italy
Central Asia Tadzhikistan
Central Asia Uzbekistan
China China South-Central
China Hainan
China Inner Mongolia
China Manchuria
China China North-Central

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Tetradium has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Evodiamine, Phenols, Saponins.

Chemicals reported in Tetradium
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Evodiamine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Phenols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saponins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Evodiamine

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Phenols

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Saponins

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Activities

Tetradium has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antitumor, Cardioprotective, Insecticide.

Activities reported in Tetradium
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antitumor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cardioprotective 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Insecticide 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antibacterial

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Antitumor

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Cardioprotective

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Insecticide

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology