Surapon Saensouk

Surapon Saensouk
Mahasarakham University · WalaiRukhavej Botanical Research Institute at Mahasarakham University

Ph.D.(Biology: Plant Taxonomy : Khon Kaen University)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. at Biodiversity program, Walai Rukhavej Institute, Mahasarakham University, Maha Sarakham, Thailand

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October 2014 - January 2017
Mahasarakham University
Position
  • Professor (Assistant)
January 2016 - December 2016
Mahasarakham University
Position
  • Lecturer
Education
March 2020 - March 2020
Khon Kaen University
Field of study
  • Biology (Plant Taxonomy)

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Publications (190)
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The new monotypic genus Hayarum K.Z.Hein, Prehsler, Saensouk & S.L.Low from Thailand, with the sole species Hayarum mirispathum K.Z.Hein, Prehsler, Saensouk & S.L.Low, is described based on comprehensive morphological and phylogenetic evidence. A detailed taxonomic account of the new genus, morphological comparisons with related genera, and brief o...
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Kaempferia grandifolia Saensouk & Jenjitikul (Zingiberaceae), a rare plant species in Thailand, is commonly used as a medicinal plant, while the young leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable. This study focused on the in vitro propagation of K. grandifolia plants to induce the development of shoots, roots, microrhizomes, and acclimatization. The...
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Tamarind gum (TG) is a natural polysaccharide rich in phenolic and flavonoid compound constituents that provide potent antioxidant activity. This study aimed to develop a gel-based cream containing TG and investigate various skin-related parameters for cosmetic applications. TG was extracted from the seed of tamarind with distilled water. The pheno...
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As part of our ongoing research to revise and reveal the true diversity of the family Araceae in Myanmar, we describe two new Typhonium species, T. karsticola and T. pallescens, from Mon State and the Sagaing Region. Additionally, we report for the first time the occurrence of T. albidinervium, T. laoticum, and T. roxburghii in Myanmar. A detailed...
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This research presents the discovery of two novel taxa, Curcuma sumonii Saensouk, P.Saensouk, Boonma & Techa, and C. wanchaii Saensouk, P.Saensouk, Maknoi & Boonma, belonging to the Curcuma subgenus Curcuma. Curcuma sumonii was collected in Sukhothai Province, Northern Thailand, while C. wanchaii was found in Kanchanaburi Province, Southwestern Tha...
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Curcuma larsenii Maknoi & Jenjitikul is a member of the Zingiberaceae family, possessing significant pharmacological potential, although it has become endangered through the abuse of resources. This research article delineates the findings of the in vitro propagation, transplantation, and phytochemical profiles of C. larsenii, a rare plant species...
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Typhonium fornicatum from Bueng Kan Province (Northeastern Thailand) is described and illustrated as a species new to science. Detailed description, color plates, discussion of similar taxa, phenology, distribution, and conservation status assessment are provided.
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This investigation examines the diversity and utilization of Commelinaceae in three research areas in central Laos. It identifies a total of 17 species, including Amischotolype divaricata Duist., Callisia fragrans (Lindl.) Woodson, Callisia repens (Jacq.) L., Commelina benghalensis L., Commeilina diffusa Burm.f., Cyanotis arachnoidea C.B. Clarke, C...
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Saensouk S, Saensouk P, Ragsasilp A, Senakun C, Daovisan H, Setyawan AD, Niamngon T, Niamngon P, Appamaraka S. 2024. Medical ethnobotany and utilization of medicinal plants in the Don Pu Ta Forest Thai Yoi Ethnic Groups, Sakon Nakhon Province in the Northeastern Thailand. Biodiversitas 25: 3014-3031. The Thai Yoi Ethnic Group has access to Don Pu T...
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The Commelinaceae diversity in Laos have been published, recorded 23 species belonging to nine genera, two species were the new record species in Laos namely Amischotolype glabrata, and Commelina maculata. The objective of this research was to study the diversity of Commelinaceae in Laos including the data of distribution, ecology, phenology, and c...
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The members of the genus Conamomum Ridl. (Zingiberaceae) are primarily distributed from Indochina to western Malesia. Knowledge of the distribution of species of Conamomum is important for conservation and natural resource management. The objective of this review is to comprehensively summarise the morphological characteristics, distribution, ecolo...
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The genus Curcuma L. (Zingiberaceae) is highly diverse and often exhibits similar morphological appearances, leading to frequent misidentifications that impact botanical practices, horticultural activities, and conservation efforts. This study addresses the taxonomic confusion surrounding the plant locally known as “Ploy Thaksin”, which was previou...
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Purpose: To investigate the physical characteristics, bioactive compounds and antioxidant activities of curcuminoids, phenolic acids, and flavonoid compounds in three Curcuma species (C. mangga, C. zedoria, and C. longa). Methods: Rhizomes of three Curcuma species (C. mangga, C. zedoria, and C. longa) were collected, and then curcuminoids, phenolic...
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Typhonium vinicolor from Khon Kaen Province (Northeastern Thailand), is described and illustrated as a species new to science. Color plates, phenology, distribution, discussion of similar taxa, and conservation status assessment are provided.
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This research investigates the Zingiberaceae family in Saraburi Province, Thailand, aiming to understand its biodiversity, distribution, ecology, conservation status, and traditional uses. Through systematic exploration, 103 species are identified, including a novel species, Kaempferia chaveerachiae Saensouk, P.Saensouk, and Boonma. Additionally, 2...
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Saensouk P, Saensouk S, Maknoi C, Nguyen DD, Boonma T. 2024. Curcuma roseobracteata sp. nov. (Zingiberaceae), a new species from Thailand and distribution notes on the recently described Curcuma suraponii Boonma. Biodiversitas 25: 3368-3375. Curcuma roseobracteata P. Saensouk, Saensouk, Maknoi & Boonma sp. nov., a newly identified species within th...
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Saensouk P, Ragsasilp A, Thawara N, Boonma T, Appamaraka S, Sengthong A, Daovisan H, Setyawan AD, Saensouk S. 2024. Ethnobotanical study of Acanthaceae family in Kantarawichai District, Maha Sarakham Province, Thailand. Biodiversitas 25: 2570-2582. Traditional botanical knowledge plays a crucial role in the cultural and medicinal practices of indig...
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This research studied the influence of phytochemical compounds on the germination time of pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan (L.) Huth). Over the 72 hours germination period, the contents of total and most individual free amino acids, particularly histidine, showed substantial increases. The content of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) was also greatly increased,...
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This study introduces Curcuma borealis Saensouk, P.Saensouk, and Boonma and C. retrocalcaria Saensouk, P.Saensouk, and Boonma, two newly discovered species within the Curcuma genus of the Zingiberaceae family, found in the Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai Provinces of Northern Thailand, respectively. This research aims to clarify the taxonomic identity...
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Results from an ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants used by Lao ethnic group between 2021 and 2023 identifying the medicinal plants use of 76 species 68 genera 43 families. The primary emphasis of the study was on the medicinal plants, we tested the differences between informant knowledge and informant age using linear regression. The most imp...
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Five edible species of the genus Kaempferia—K. minuta, K. phuphanensis, K. sisaketensis, K. takensis, and K. udonensis—in Thailand were cytologically studied by their root tips. The somatic chromosome numbers of all species were found to be 2n = 22, and the FNs of all species were revealed to be 44. The karyotype of all five rare and endemic specie...
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Triyanto A, Purnamasari F, Paramita FS, Wicaksono FR, Ramadhan FA, Budiharta S, Saensouk S, Setyawan AD. 2024. Ethnobotany of wild edible plants used by local communities in three districts along the upper Bengawan Solo River, Central Java, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 25: 1596-1605. Wild Edible Plants (WEPs) grow naturally in the environment without h...
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The aim of this study was to describe a new species of the genus Curcuma L. (Zingiberaceae) from northern Thailand. It has been named Curcuma sirirugsae Saensouk & Rakarcha and its description, illustrations, and photographs have been provided. The new species belongs to the subgenus Curcuma and is identified by its two downward-facing spurs, prese...
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An examination of the diversity of Zingiberaceae in Thailand led to the discovery of two undescribed taxa within the genus Kaempferia: K. sakolchaii P. Saensouk, Saensouk & Boonma, a newly described species, and K. phuphanensis var. viridans P. Saensouk, Saensouk & Boonma, a novel variety. Additionally, our investigation encompassed the chromosome...
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A cytological study was carried out on four Zingiber species from Thailand, namely, Z. chrysostachys, Z. isanense, Z. junceum, and Z. niveum, which are edible and beautiful ornamental plants. They all have somatic chromosomal numbers of 2n = 22. This research contributes to karyological knowledge regarding this species. The somatic chromosomal coun...
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Phytochemical investigation of the ethyl acetate and methanol extracts of Ventilago denticulata leaves resulted in the isolation of five flavonoids (1-5) and three anthraquinones (6-8). Their structures were characterized using spectroscopic techniques including UV, IR, 1H NMR, 13C NMR, and 2D NMR, as well as mass spectrometry (MS). Among these, co...
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Curcuma ubonensis Boonma, Saensouk, Maknoi & P. Saensouk sp. nov. (Zingiberaceae) was recently discovered in Ubon Ratchathani Province, Eastern Thailand. Specimen identification involves comparing their morphology with descriptions in similar species' protologues. We performed measurements on specimens collected from their natural habitats, both li...
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Kaempferia angustifolia Roscoe is a medicinal plant in the family Zingiberaceae, with wild occurrence decreasing as a result of both natural and human threats. Tissue culture techniques provide an alternative method of propagation for mass production. Microshoots of K. angustifolia (1 cm in length) were cultured on MS medium supplemented with vario...
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The seeds of Mahuad (Lepisanthes rubiginosa (Roxb.) Leenh (LRL) were analyzed for proximate composition and the contents of phenolic acids, flavonoids, and sugars/oligosaccharides. The LRL seeds contained approximately 29% moisture, 10% protein, 2% fat, 16% fiber, 2% ash, and 42% carbohydrate. The major phenolic acids were vanillic acid and p-hydro...
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Citation: Sengthong, A.; Saensouk, S.; Saensouk, P.; Souladeth, P. Cytogenetic Study of Five Varieties of Callisia repens (Jacq.) L. (Commelinaceae) from Laos. Abstract: Cytogenetical studies were carried out on five varieties of Callisia repens, i.e., turtle vine, green, pink lady, gold, and Bianca. The morphological characteristics of all five va...
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Saensouk P, Saensouk S, Sudchaleaw S, Sungkaew S. 2023. Chromosome number of three Bambusa species (Poaceae) in northeastern communities of Thailand. Biodiversitas 24: 4544-4547. Bambusa is a genus within subfamily Bambusoideae, family Poaceae. This study aimed to conduct the chromosome numbers of three Bambusa species in the northeastern Communiti...
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Appamaraka S, Saensouk S, Saensouk P, Junsongduang A, Setyawan AD. 2023. Ethnobotanical knowledge of medicinal plants in the Don Pu Ta Forest by Kaloeng Ethnic Group, Sakon Nakhon Province, Northeastern Thailand. Biodiversitas 24: 4617-4635. Don Pu Ta Forest (in Thailand) is a vital conservation area with significant natural resources that are inte...
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Results from an ethnobotany study of Hmong ethnic groups in Bolikhamxay Province, Laos PDR between 2021 and 2023 identify plant uses for 133 species, 104 genera, and 50 families. The research focuses on specific plant uses. Quantitative analyses are applied with Use Value (UV), Fidelity Level (FL), and Informant Agreement Ratio (IAR). Cluster analy...
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The Zingiberaceae family boasts remarkable species diversity, with significant implications for conservation and resource management. The objective of this research is to study the diversity and traditional utilization of Zingiberaceae in Nakhon Nayok Province. Through field observations, herbarium specimens, interviews, and surveys, we documented...
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Phatlamphu N, Saensouk S, Saensouk P, Junsongduang A, Setyawan AD. 2023. Economic value assessment of edible plants in Muang District, Kalasin Province, Thailand. Biodiversitas 24: 3960-3967. Edible plants have been traded as economic plants for food consumption, and their supply can be used at the industry level. However, modern agriculture might...
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Saensouk S, Saensouk P. 2023. Palynology of the genus Lagerstroemia (Lythraceae) in Thailand. Biodiversitas 24: 3222-3229. Pollen morphology of Lagerstroemia (Lythraceae) from Thailand was poorly reported. This study aimed to study the pollen morphology of 17 species of the genus Lagerstroemia in Thailand by applying acetolysis under a light micros...
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Phytochemical investigation of the stems of Bridelia stipularis led to the isolation of a new triterpene, 3β-O-trans-feruloylfriedelinol (1), together with five known compounds, friedelin (2), 3β-friedelinol (3), lupeol (4), stigmasterol (5), and 4-(1,5-dimethyl-3-oxo-4-hexenyl)benzoic acid (6). Their structures were identified by intensive spectro...
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Sudchaleaw S, Saensouk S, Saensouk P, Sungkaew S. 2023. Species diversity and traditional utilization of bamboos (Poaceae) on the Phu Thai Ethnic Group in northeastern Thailand. Biodiversitas 24: 2261-2271. The study of species diversity by survey method and traditional utilization by interviewing local philosophers, folk healers, elders, and villa...
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Four rare species of genus Alocasia in Thailand were cytologically studied. The somatic chromosome number and karyotypes of four rare species are 2n=28=12m+12sm+4st (A. heterophylla), 2n=28=16m+8sm+4st (A. hypoleuca), 2n=56=34m+12sm+10st (A. princeps ‘Purple Cloak’) and 2n=26=12m+10sm+4st (A. nebula), respectively. The somatic chromosome numbers of...
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Pollen morphology and anatomy were investigated in 19 species of the genus Rubus L. from Thailand by observation and analysis under a light microscope and a scanning electron microscope. The pollen grains are monads, with radial symmetry, circular shaped in polar view and isopolar. The sizes of the pollen grains are small and medium. Considering th...
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Background: Kaempferia grandifolia and Kaempferia siamensis are rare plant species in Thailand used for medicinal, food, and ornamental purposes. Objectives: To compare the phytochemical profiles of leaf and rhizome extracts from wild, in vitro culture, and greenhouse plants of K. grandifolia and K. siamensis. Materials and Methods: Leaf and rhizom...
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Karyomorphological details of three species of the genus Alocasia native to Thailand are presented. The somatic number and karyotypic details of the three species are: Alocasia cucullata, 2n (28) = 22m + 6sm; A. longiloba, 2n (58) = 38m + 18sm + 2a; and A. macrorrhizos, 2n (28) = 20m + 8sm. The karyotype of A. longiloba and A. macrorrhizos are firs...
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Cytogenetical studies in three Thailand species of genus Colocasia Schott, C. fallex, C. gigantea and C. lihengiae, were reported. The species had the same chromosomes number of 2n=28 and their karyotypes were formulated as 24m+4sm, 20m+6sm+2st (2 sat) and 18m+2sm+8st, respectively. Differences among three species appeared in the number of m, sm an...
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Saensouk P, Boonma T, Saensouk S. 2022. Curcuma pulcherrima (Zingiberaceae), a new rare species of Curcuma subgen. Ecomata from eastern Thailand. Biodiversitas 23: 6635-6644. Curcuma pulcherrima Boonma, Saensouk & P. Saensouk sp. nov. (Zingiberaceae: Zingibereae, belonging to Curcuma subgenus Ecomata) distributed in Ubon Ratchathani Province, the e...
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Agustina N, Hutauruk TJW, Sulistyaningrum N, Yudhanto SM, Liza N, Kusumaningrum L, Sugiyarto, Yasa A, Saensouk S, Naim DMD, Setyawan AD. 2022. Diversity of the medicinal plant in homegarden of local communities in the coastal area of Prigi Bay, Trenggalek, East Java, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 23: 6302-6312. Homegarden is a part of the agroforestry s...
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The chromosome number and karyotype formula of interesting five genera and six species of Araceae from Thailand were studied, including Lasia spinosa —uncommon local Thai vegetable species (2n=26, L6sm+L2st+Mm14+M4sm), Pistia stratiotes—common aquatic plant (2n=28, Lm10+Mm18), Pycnosphata palmata—rare plant endemic to Laos and Thailand (2n=26, Lm12...
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Five rare species from Thailand in the genus Amomum, Meistera, and Wurfbainia belonging to the tribe Alpineae, subfamily Alpinoideae, and family Zingiberaceae were cytologically studied. Chromosome numbers of all species were 2n=50. The karyotypes of all species are provided, namely Amomum repoeense Pierre ex Gagnep. (karyotype formula=22m+18sm+10s...
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Curcuma spaganifolia Gagnep., belonging to the family Zingiberaceae, has attracted widespread attention due to its considerable economic importance. The conventional propagation method for ginger family takes a long time for multiplication due to the low propagation rate and poor seed germination, therefore, tissue culture is an important method fo...
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Mulberry fruits are used for food, cosmetics and medicine. Several phytochemical and bioactive compounds in mulberry fruits are widely used for health benefits. During the ripening stage of mulberry fruits, different phytochemicals are present. This study investigates color, phytochemical compounds and antioxidant activity in mulberry fruit during...
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Saensouk P, Boonma T, Saensouk S. 2022. Curcuma nakhonphanomensis (Zingiberaceae), a new species from the lower Mekong River basin, northeastern Thailand. Biodiversitas 23: 6040-6048. Curcuma nakhonphanomensis Boonma, Saensouk & P. Saensouk sp. nov. (Zingiberaceae: Zingibereae) was distributed in Nakhon Phanom Province, northeastern Thailand. The m...
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aensouk P, Boonma T, Saensouk S. 2022. Revision of the genus CornukaempferiaMood & K. Larsen (Zingiberaceae), and a new species from Thailand.Biodiversitas 23:5718-5729.CornukaempferiaMood & K. Larsen (Zingiberaceae) is revised. Seven species of Cornukaempferia have been recognized with their updated nomenclature including C. aurantiiflora Mood & K...
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This research studied a propagation protocol for Kaempferia koratensis Picheans. which is an endangered plant of Thailand using plant tissue culture technique. Microshoot (1 cm long) of K. koratensis was cultured on solid and liquid Murashige and Skoog (MS) supplemented with various concentrations of auxin, cytokinin and their combinations for eigh...
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The chromosome numbers and karyotypes of six species belonging to five genera of the family Araceae distributed in natural areas from Thailand were ana-lyzed. These species are Aglaonema modestum Schott ex Engl., Ag. simplex (Blume) Blume, Amorphophallus serrulatus Hett. & A. Galloway, Arisaema maxwellii Hett. & Gusman, Hapaline benthamiana Schott...
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Saensouk P, Boonma T, Rakarcha S, Maknoi C, Wongnak M, Saensouk S. 2022. Two new species of Curcuma subgenus Ecomata (Zingiberaceae: Zingibereae), from Central and Southwestern Thailand. Biodiversitas 23: 4578-4588. Two new species of Curcuma L. are described. The first species, Curcuma suphanensis P. Saensouk, Boonma, Rakarcha, Maknoi, Wongnak & S...
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Rakarcha S, Saensouk S, Maknoi C, Wongnak M, Thammarong W, Saensouk P. 2022. Curcuma lampangensis and C. sabhasrii, two new species of the family Zingiberaceae from northern Thailand. Biodiversitas 23: 4448-4459. Curcuma lampangensis Saensouk, Maknoi & Rakarcha and C. sabhasrii Saensouk, Maknoi, Wongnak & Rakarcha, two new species of ginger family...
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The chromosome numbers and karyotypes of six species belonging to five genera of the family Araceae distributed in natural areas from Thailand were analyzed. These species are Aglaonema modestum Schott ex Engl., Ag. simplex (Blume) Blume, Amorphophallus serrulatus Hett. & A. Galloway, Arisaema maxwellii Hett. & Gusman, Hapaline benthamiana Schott a...
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Cytogenetics of five species of Murdannia (Commelinaceae) from Northeastern Thailand were conducted. The result revealed that the diploid chromosome number (2n) and karyotype formula were as follow: M. edulis (Stokes) Faden; 2n = 20 (12 m + 4sm + 4st), M. loriformis (Hassk.) R.S.Rao & Kammathy; 2n = 18 (4 m + 10sm + 4st), M. madica (Lour.) D.Y.Hong...
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Saensouk S, Saen-in N, Saensouk P. 2022. Cytogenetic study of five species of medicinal plants from Maha Sarakham Province, Thailand. Biodiversitas 23: 3593-3603. The cytogenetic study of five species of medicinal plants, namely Butomopsis latifolia (D. Don) Kunth, Iris domestica (L.) Goldblatt & Mabb., Limnocharis flava (L.) Buchenau, Murdannia lo...
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Introduction: Ochna integerrima (Lour.) Merr. belongs to family Ochnaceae, and it is a traditionally important herb in Southeast Asia. The objective of this study was to investigate the phytochemical compounds of various extracts from six samples. Methods: Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) of the hexane, dichloromethane and 70% ethanol extracts were...
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The karyology of five species of Boesenbergia (B. collinsii, B. pulcherrima, B. rotunda, B. thorellii and B. xyphostachya) (Zingiberaceae) in Thailand are investigated. The chromosome number and karyotype formula of the five species are 2n=20 (8m+10sm+2st) in B. collinsii, 2n=36 (8m+18sm+10st) in B. pulcherrima, 2n=38 (18m+14sm+6st) in B. rotunda,...
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The objective of this study was to determine the diversity, conservation status, and traditional uses of Zingiberaceae in Bueng Kan Province, Thailand. The family Zingiberaceae was collected during field surveys in Bueng Kan Province, northeastern Thailand between January and December 2021. Three tribes, 13 genera, and 67 species of Zingiberaceae w...
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Curcuma achrae Saensouk & Boonma, a new species of Curcuma subgenus Ecomata (Zingiberaceae) from Nakhon Nayok province, Central Thailand is described and illustrated along with photographs, notes on its distribution and habitat. A revised identification key to 68 species of the genus Curcuma in Thailand is also presented.
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Boonma T, Saensouk S, Saensouk P. 2022. Kaempferia sipraiana (Zingiberaceae), a new species from Thailand and a new record of Kaempferia pseudoparviflora for Myanmar. Biodiversitas 23: 2203-2211. Kaempferia sipraiana Boonma & Saensouk, a new species of Kaempferia subgenus Protanthium (Zingiberaceae) from northern Thailand and K. pseudoparviflora Sa...