Ragged mallow
Abutilon pannosum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ragged mallow, scientifically known as Abutilon pannosum, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its heart-shaped leaves and vibrant blooms, this plant is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to treat various ailments, including skin inflammations, digestive issues, and respiratory discomfort through its bioactive properties.
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Abutilon pannosumTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Abutilon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Abutilon | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions. In Northern Africa, it can be found growing within the borders of Algeria and Egypt. Its range extends to the Macaronesian islands, specifically including Cape Verde. Furthermore, the species is present in West Tropical Africa, where it inhabits Burkina. Finally, the plant is also documented to grow within the territory of Mali.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Chemicals
Abutilon pannosum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include methyl salicylate.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| methyl salicylate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
methyl salicylate
- Microorganisms
Activities
Abutilon pannosum has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Microorganisms (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ethanolic extracts | Microorganisms (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |