Xylopia magna
Xylopia magna, commonly known as the Large Xylopia, is a significant medicinal tree native to tropical African forests. Renowned for its bioactive properties, the plant's bark, leaves, and seeds are utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including inflammation, infections, and digestive issues, offering vast pharmacological potential.
- Scientific name: Xylopia magna
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Magnoliales, it is classified under the family Annonaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Xylopia, specifically as the species Xylopia magna.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Xylopia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is native to the specific tropical regions located within the Malesia floristic region. Its documented geographical presence is centered primarily in the area known as Malaya. Within these humid forest ecosystems, the species finds the ideal environmental conditions necessary for its survival. Because of this limited range, it is considered a characteristic element of the local vegetation in that territory. Understanding this specific distribution is essential for researchers studying the biodiversity of the Malay Peninsula.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
Chemicals
Xylopia magna has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include bicyclogermacrene, germacrene D, spathulenol.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bicyclogermacrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| germacrene D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |