Walsura trichostemon
Walsura trichostemon, commonly known as a significant medicinal tree in tropical regions, belongs to the Meliaceae family. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, various parts of this plant are utilized in traditional medicine to treat diverse ailments. Research continues to explore its bioactive compounds for developing modern pharmacological treatments.
- Scientific name: Walsura trichostemon
- Family: Meliaceae
- 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 organized under the order Sapindales and the family Meliaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Walsura, specifically as the species Walsura trichostemon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Meliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Walsura | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Walsura trichostemon, possesses a specific geographical range within the Indo-China region. Its natural habitat extends across several distinct Southeast Asian countries. Specifically, it can be found growing in the territories of Laos. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout Myanmar. Finally, its presence is also documented within the borders of Thailand.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
Chemicals
Walsura trichostemon has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3-epimesendanin S, meliasenin G.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3-epimesendanin S | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| meliasenin G | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Walsura trichostemon has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Walsura trichostemon has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |