Uvaria dulcis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Unona heterocarpa
• Uvaria aurita
• Uvaria heterocarpa
• Uvaria javana
• Uva dulcis
• Uva aurita
• Uvaria cyrtopoda
• Anomianthus heterocarpus var. albipilus
• Anomianthus auritus
• Anomianthus dulcis
• Anomianthus heterocarpus

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, specifically as a member of the family Annonaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Uvaria.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily found across the diverse landscapes of the Indo-China region. Within this geographical area, its presence is noted in the country of Cambodia. It also grows naturally throughout various parts of Laos and Myanmar. Furthermore, the species can be located within the borders of Thailand. Finally, its distribution extends into the tropical environments of Vietnam.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Uvaria dulcis is characterized by its robust growth habit, functioning as an obligatory climber that utilizes liana or vine-like structures to ascend. The plant exhibits a distinctly woody constitution, providing the necessary structural integrity for its extensive climbing nature. In terms of dimensions, it is a substantial grower, with an average plant height of approximately 20 m, though it is capable of reaching a maximum height of up to 33 m.

Climber :

self-supporting

Climber :

obligatory

Plant height max:

33 m

Plant height mean:

20 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Uvaria dulcis is characterized by its complex metabolic processes and specific nutrient acquisition strategies. As a woody climber, its physiological functions are geared toward supporting rapid vertical growth and the development of fleshy, nutrient-dense fruits. In terms of its relationship with soil nutrients, the plant does not possess the biological mechanisms required for symbiotic nitrogen fixation; therefore, it is categorized as a non-nitrogen fixer (Nitrogen fixer: no). This indicates that the plant relies entirely on the uptake of inorganic nitrogen, such as nitrates and ammonium, from the soil through its root system to fuel its protein synthesis and vegetative expansion. The plant's metabolic pathways are optimized for the synthesis of various secondary metabolites, including alkaloids and terpenoids, which are produced through intricate biochemical cycles to serve defensive and physiological roles. Furthermore, its photosynthetic efficiency is adapted to its climbing habit, allowing it to optimize light interception within forest canopies to drive the energy requirements for both its structural development and reproductive cycles.

Nitrogen fixer :

no

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Uvaria dulcis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Leaf

1. Phytochemistry

Chemicals

Uvaria dulcis has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2',3'-Dihydroxy-4',6'-dimethoxychalcone, 3-Farnesylindole, 8-Hydroxy-5,7-dimethoxyflavanone, Chalcone, Dihydrochalcone.

2',3'-Dihydroxy-4',6'-dimethoxychalcone

1. Heliyon

3-Farnesylindole

1. Heliyon

8-Hydroxy-5,7-dimethoxyflavanone

1. Heliyon

Chalcone

1. Phytochemistry

Dihydrochalcone

1. Phytochemistry

Onysilin

1. Heliyon

Pinocembrin

1. Heliyon

chrysin

1. Heliyon

Conditions

Uvaria dulcis has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cancer.

Cancer

1. Phytochemistry

Preparations

Uvaria dulcis has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include leaves.

Leaves

1. Phytochemistry