Triadica cochinchinensis
Triadica cochinchinensis, commonly known as the "Chichicaste" or "Nettle Tree," is a versatile medicinal plant native to Central America. Renowned for its bioactive properties, it is traditionally used to treat skin inflammations, wounds, and digestive issues, offering significant pharmacological potential for modern therapeutic applications and natural healing.
- Scientific name: Triadica cochinchinensis
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae within the genus Triadica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Triadica | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Triadica cochinchinensis, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In Vietnamese, it is referred to as Sòi tía, while in Chinese, it is commonly called 山乌桕 (including the simplified forms 山乌桕 and 山乌桕 used in mainland China and for simplified Chinese scripts, as well as the traditional form 山烏桕 used in Taiwan).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| vi | Sòi tía | Wikidata |
| zh | 山乌桕 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 山乌桕 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 山烏桕 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 山乌桕 | Wikidata |
| zh | 白桕 | Wikidata |
| zh | 龙爪豆 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central, Southeast, and Hainan areas. It is also found in the island territory of Taiwan, which is part of Eastern Asia. Furthermore, the species extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the state of Assam. These varied locations highlight the diverse ecological range inhabited by Triadica cochinchinensis.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Taiwan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Triadica cochinchinensis, utilizes various structures for its growth and medicinal potential, most notably its stems and leaves. The stems serve as the sturdy structural framework that supports the plant's upright growth and facilitates the transport of nutrients throughout its system. Meanwhile, the leaves are highly significant, often being the primary parts harvested for their bioactive compounds and traditional therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Triadica cochinchinensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-Gallocatechin Gallate.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Gallocatechin Gallate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |