Anchomanes difformis
Anchomanes difformis, commonly known as the "climbing anchomanes," is a fascinating medicinal plant native to various tropical regions. Renowned for its unique morphological features, it is valued in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties, often utilized to treat inflammatory conditions and support overall wellness through its bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Anchomanes difformis
- Family: Araceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Anchomanes difformis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Alismatales. Finally, it is a member of the family Araceae and is categorized under the genus Anchomanes.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Alismatales | WCVP |
| Family | Araceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anchomanes | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Achimenes difformis, is recognized by various names across different linguistic and cultural contexts. In Russian, it is referred to as Анхоманес разнолистный, while in Hausa, it is called Cakara. Among the Fulani, it goes by the name Bugulli, and in Dagbani, it is known as Zarili. Additionally, in Chinese, the plant is identified as 异型安可芋.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Анхоманес разнолистный | Wikidata |
| ha | Cakara | Wikidata |
| ff | Bugulli | Wikidata |
| dag | Zarili | Wikidata |
| zh | 异型安可芋 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 异型安可芋 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 异型安可芋 | Wikidata |
| ru | Анхоманес Вельвича | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Anchomanes difformis, is primarily found across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented within the borders of Benin, where it grows in specific local habitats. The species also extends its range into Burkina, contributing to the regional biodiversity of the area. Furthermore, it can be located within the territories of both Gambia and Ghana. Finally, the geographical distribution of this medicinal plant includes the coastal and inland areas 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 | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Anchomanes difformis, is characterized by several distinct morphological features that contribute to its medicinal profile. The plant features broad, green leaves that are essential for photosynthesis and overall vigor. Beneath the soil surface, the plant utilizes specialized underground structures, including robust rhizomes and bulbs, which serve as storage organs for nutrients and are often the primary parts harvested for their therapeutic properties.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhizomes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bulbs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Anchomanes difformis has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CAT, MDA, SOD, coumarins, ergosterol.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| CAT | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MDA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SOD | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ergosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| xylopic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Anchomanes difformis has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Diuretic, Free-Radical Scavenging.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Free-Radical Scavenging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Anchomanes difformis has 8 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diabetes mellitus, Type 2 diabetes, diuretic, fibrosis, hyperglycemia.
- Total uses
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diabetes mellitus | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Type 2 diabetes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fibrosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hyperglycemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| male infertility | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |