Alphitonia whitei
Alphitonia whitei · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (29 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Alphitonia whitei, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to various African regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized to treat ailments ranging from skin infections to digestive issues. Its unique phytochemical composition makes it a significant subject in ethnobotanical studies.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Australasia
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Alphitonia whiteiDistribution
This plant is specifically found within the unique landscapes of Australia. Its documented geographical presence is limited to the state of Queensland. Within this region, it thrives in specific ecological niches suited to its survival. Because its range is so localized, researchers focus on this particular area for study. Consequently, the distribution of this medicinal species is strictly tied to the Queensland environment.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
Chemicals
Alphitonia whitei has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin, betulinic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Betulin
- Dr. Duke
betulinic acid
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Alphitonia whitei has 23 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticarcinomic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiedemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |