Amphimas pterocarpoides
Amphimas pterocarpoides, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb, belongs to the Fabaceae family. Found in tropical regions, this plant is highly valued in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties. Research focuses on its bioactive compounds, which offer potential applications in treating various ailments and promoting holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Amphimas pterocarpoides
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, falling into the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Amphimas.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Amphimas | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Amphimas pterocarpoides, is known by the common name Bokanga in the ln language.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ln | Bokanga | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented within the borders of Benin, where it thrives in local ecosystems. Furthermore, the species can be found growing in the diverse landscapes of Ghana. The geographical range also extends to Guinea, contributing to its regional prevalence. Finally, this medicinal plant is established within the territories of Ivory Coast and Liberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | 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 | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Amphimas pterocarpoides, possesses specific morphological features that are utilized in various traditional applications, particularly regarding its stem bark. The stem bark serves as a key medicinal component, often harvested for its bioactive compounds which are believed to hold therapeutic potential. In many ethnobotanical practices, the texture and chemical composition of the stem bark are essential for preparing decoctions or extracts used to treat specific ailments.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Amphimas pterocarpoides has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include daidzein, dihydroglycitein, isoflavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| daidzein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dihydroglycitein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoflavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |