Triadica sebifera
Chinese tallow
Triadica sebifera, commonly known as the sebifer or sebifera tree, is a tropical evergreen prized for its medicinal and industrial properties. Native to the Caribbean and Central America, its oil-rich seeds are utilized in traditional remedies and skincare, offering significant bioactive potential for treating various inflammatory skin conditions.
- Scientific name: Triadica sebifera
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Triadica sebifera, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is further classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae and is categorized under 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, known scientifically as Triadica sebifera, is recognized by various common names depending on the region and language. In Chinese contexts, it is referred to as 乌桕 (zh-hans), 烏桕 (zh-hant), and 烏桕 (zh-hk). In Portuguese, it is called Sapium sebiferum, and in German, it is known as Chinesischer Talgbaum.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 乌桕 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 烏桕 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 烏桕 | Wikidata |
| pt | Sapium sebiferum | Wikidata |
| de | Chinesischer Talgbaum | Wikidata |
| ja | ナンキンハゼ | Wikidata |
| pl | Drzewo łojowe | Wikidata |
| ru | Сальное дерево | Wikidata |
| zh | 烏桕 | Wikidata |
| fa | تریادیکا سبیفرا | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical presence across several key regions in East Asia. Within China, its distribution is widespread, covering the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast areas. Furthermore, the species can be found specifically on the island of Hainan. Beyond the mainland, its range extends into the neighboring territory of Japan. Together, these locations define the specific ecological footprint of Triadica sebifera.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Triadica sebifera (commonly called the Chinese tallow tree), possesses various components that are utilized for their distinct properties. The leaves are often studied for their bioactive compounds and are sometimes used in traditional applications due to their specific chemical makeup. Furthermore, the plant is characterized by its production of saps and oils, particularly derived from its seeds and tissues, which have historically been processed for various medicinal and industrial purposes.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| saps/latex | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |