guin-guin
Afraegle paniculata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
guin-guin, scientifically known as Afraegle paniculata, is a versatile medicinal plant cherished in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this species is often utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from skin conditions to digestive issues, offering a natural remedy rooted in deep botanical heritage and wisdom.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Stems
- Common names
- Guin-Guin · Nigerian Powder-Flask-Fruit
- Scientific synonyms
- Limonia Warneckei · Citrus Paniculata · 2 more
Names
Common Names
- guin-guin
- Nigerian powder-flask-fruit
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- citron d'éléphant
- citronnier d'éléphant
- citron d'éléphant
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Afraegle paniculataSynonyms
- Limonia warneckei
- Citrus paniculata
- Aegle barteri
- Balsamocitrus paniculata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Afraegle paniculata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rutaceae and the genus Afraegle.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Afraegle | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is found exclusively within the West Tropical Africa region. Its natural range extends through the country of Benin. It is also widely distributed across Burkina Faso. Furthermore, the species can be located in Ghana and Guinea-Bissau. Finally, its geographical presence includes the nation of Guinea.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Afrægle paniculata, is characterized by its structural development where the stems play a vital role in supporting the overall architecture of the organism. These stems serve as the primary conduit for transporting water and essential nutrients from the roots to the leaves, ensuring the plant's survival and growth in its natural habitat. In the context of medicinal usage, the different components of the plant's physical structure are often analyzed to understand how the biological material contributes to its therapeutic properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Afraegle paniculata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include N-trans-p-coumaroyltyramine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| N-trans-p-coumaroyltyramine | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| methanol extract | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |