Voacanga globosa
Voacanage globosa, commonly known as the Voacanga plant, is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asian rainforests. Renowned for its significant pharmacological potential, this medicinal species contains potent indole alkaloids. These bioactive compounds are extensively studied for their neuroprotective, analgesic, and antidepressant properties in modern drug development.
- Scientific name: Voacanga globosa
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Gentianaales and the family Apocynaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Voacanga.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Voacanga | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the tropical regions of the Malesia botanical zone. Specifically, its natural occurrence is documented in the Philippines. Within this archipelago, it thrives in the unique ecological niches provided by the local environment. This restricted range highlights its importance as a native species to the Southeast Asian landscape. Consequently, understanding its specific habitat in the Philippines is essential for its conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
Chemicals
Voacanga globosa has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include deoxyvobtusine, globospiramine, vobtusine lactone.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| deoxyvobtusine | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| globospiramine | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vobtusine lactone | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Voacanga globosa has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antiproliferative, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Voacanga globosa has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Cancer, HIV, breast cancer.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |