Agathophora alopecuroides
Agathophora alopecuroides, commonly known as a rare medicinal species, holds significant potential in traditional healing practices. Found in specific tropical ecosystems, this plant is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Research focuses on its bioactive compounds, which may offer therapeutic benefits for various ailments and pharmacological advancements.
- Scientific name: Agathophora alopecuroides
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Amaranthaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Agathophora, specifically the species Agathophora alopecuroides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Agathophora | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Agathofora alopecuroides, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the North African region. Its presence is documented within the diverse landscapes of Algeria and Egypt. Furthermore, the species can be found inhabiting territories throughout Libya. The distribution also extends westward to include the country of Morocco. Finally, these medicinal plants are also recorded within the borders of Tunisia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Sinai | WCVP |
Chemicals
Agathophora alopecuroides has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Dracorubin, Eburnamonine, Isochondrodendrine, Narirutin, Pelargonidin 3-O-rutinoside.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Dracorubin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Eburnamonine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isochondrodendrine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Narirutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pelargonidin 3-O-rutinoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| iridoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Agathophora alopecuroides has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Agathophora alopecuroides has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Antidiabetic, antidiabetic, diabetes mellitus.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |