Aganope stuhlmannii
Aganopetalum stuhlmannii, commonly known as the medicinal shrub, is a significant botanical species valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Utilized extensively in traditional medicine, it contains bioactive compounds believed to possess anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial qualities. Understanding its phytochemical profile is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Aganope stuhlmannii
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is completed by its classification under the genus Aganope.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aganope | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Aganope stuhlmannii, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Chinese, it is referred to by the names 斯氏双束鱼藤, 红皮铁木, and 红皮鱼豆 (including the simplified forms 斯氏双束鱼藤 and 斯氏双束鱼藤 used in zh-hans and zh-cn contexts).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 斯氏双束鱼藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 斯氏双束鱼藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 斯氏双束鱼藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红皮铁木 | Wikidata |
| zh | 红皮鱼豆 | Wikidata |
| zh | 翅荚 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the West Tropical Africa region. Within this geographic zone, it can be found growing in the country of Benin. Its range also extends northward into the territory of Burkina. Additionally, the species is documented in the coastal nations of Gambia and Ghana. Finally, its presence is noted within the borders of Guinea-Bissau.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | 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 | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Agapanthus stuhlmannii, is traditionally valued for its therapeutic properties, with much of its medicinal utility derived from specific anatomical structures. In various ethnobotanical applications, the stem bark is identified as a key component used in the preparation of traditional remedies. While the plant is known for its lush foliage and striking floral displays, it is the chemical constituents found within the stem bark that are often targeted for their bioactive potential in treating various ailments.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |