Ammodaucus leucotrichus
Ammodaucus leucotrichus, commonly known as the White-haired Ammodaucus, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to arid African landscapes. Valued in traditional medicine, its unique phytochemical properties are utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and therapeutic potential offers vital insights into natural pharmacology and biodiversity conservation.
- Scientific name: Ammodaucus leucotrichus
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Apiales and the family Apiaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Ammodaucus, with its species name being leucotrichus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ammodaucus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ammodaucus leucotrichus, is known by the common name مدريقة in Arabic.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | مدريقة | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across the northern region of the African continent. Specifically, its presence is documented throughout the diverse landscapes of Algeria and Egypt. It can also be found growing within the territories of Libya and Morocco. Furthermore, its geographical range extends into the country of Tunisia. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's significant footprint across North Africa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Western Sahara | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ammodaucus leucotrichus, is valued for its specific botanical components that contribute to its medicinal properties. The fruits of the species are often a primary focus of collection and study due to their unique chemical profiles. Furthermore, the plant is a significant source of essential oils, which are extracted for their aromatic and therapeutic qualities, playing a crucial role in its traditional and pharmacological applications.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oils | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ammodaucus leucotrichus has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ca, Mg, Na, lignans, limonene.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Ca | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mg | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Na | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| limonene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| perillaldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ammodaucus leucotrichus has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antihyperglycemic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Antispasmodic, Hypoglycemic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ammodaucus leucotrichus has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Bacillus cereus, Candida parapsilosis, Listeria monocytogenes, diarrhea, gastrointestinal disorders.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus cereus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida parapsilosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Listeria monocytogenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypertension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemic effects | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |