Phoenix species,recognized for their profound ecological,economic,and cultural significance,have garnered substantial attention in research across Asia.However,limited studies exist on research trends,status,distribut...Phoenix species,recognized for their profound ecological,economic,and cultural significance,have garnered substantial attention in research across Asia.However,limited studies exist on research trends,status,distribution,ethnobotany,and pharmacological activities of Phoenix species in the region.The objective of this study is to compile pertinent information on these aspects for Phoenix species in Asia.We employed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses(PRISMA)approach to systematically examine the literature pertaining to Phoenix species in the Asian region.This comprehensive review analyzes research trends on Phoenix species in Asia from year 2000 to 2023.A total of 42 studies were identified,showcasing a growing interest,with a notable peak in publications in 2019.The temporal distribution suggests fluctuating attention over the years.Geographically,the concentration of studies is limited to 12 out of 48 Asian countries,emphasizing the need for more extensive exploration given the widespread availability of Phoenix species.The research primarily focuses on pharmacology,followed by ethnobotany,morphology,taxonomy,material science,environmental engineering,and ecology.Notably,studies disproportionately concentrate on Phoenix dactylifera,leaving other species underexplored.The analysis of research focus,species distribution,and geographical representation underscores the importance of diversifying research themes and exploring the ecological,economic,and cultural significance of lesser-studied Phoenix species across Asia.The findings highlight both the growing interest and existing gaps in our knowledge,urging for a more comprehensive exploration of the entire genus to unravel its full potential and significance across Asian landscapes.展开更多
文摘Phoenix species,recognized for their profound ecological,economic,and cultural significance,have garnered substantial attention in research across Asia.However,limited studies exist on research trends,status,distribution,ethnobotany,and pharmacological activities of Phoenix species in the region.The objective of this study is to compile pertinent information on these aspects for Phoenix species in Asia.We employed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses(PRISMA)approach to systematically examine the literature pertaining to Phoenix species in the Asian region.This comprehensive review analyzes research trends on Phoenix species in Asia from year 2000 to 2023.A total of 42 studies were identified,showcasing a growing interest,with a notable peak in publications in 2019.The temporal distribution suggests fluctuating attention over the years.Geographically,the concentration of studies is limited to 12 out of 48 Asian countries,emphasizing the need for more extensive exploration given the widespread availability of Phoenix species.The research primarily focuses on pharmacology,followed by ethnobotany,morphology,taxonomy,material science,environmental engineering,and ecology.Notably,studies disproportionately concentrate on Phoenix dactylifera,leaving other species underexplored.The analysis of research focus,species distribution,and geographical representation underscores the importance of diversifying research themes and exploring the ecological,economic,and cultural significance of lesser-studied Phoenix species across Asia.The findings highlight both the growing interest and existing gaps in our knowledge,urging for a more comprehensive exploration of the entire genus to unravel its full potential and significance across Asian landscapes.
