Auisopappus
Anisopappus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Anisopappus, scientifically known as Anisopappus, is a fascinating genus within the Asteraceae family. Renowned for its diverse botanical characteristics, this plant holds significant interest in ethnobotany. Researchers explore its unique phytochemical properties, investigating its potential medicinal applications and its vital role in supporting ecological biodiversity within its natural habitats.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Helicta · Eenia · 7 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
AnisopappusSynonyms
- Helicta
- Eenia
- Epallage
- Sphacophyllum
- Meyerafra
- Philyrophyllum
- Temnolepis
- Cardosoa
- Astephania
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Auisopappus
German:
- Auisopappus
French:
- Auisopappus
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Asterales and is a member of the Asteraceae family. Finally, it is specifically categorized under the genus Anisopappus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Anisopappus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is found within several distinct regions of West Tropical Africa. Specifically, its presence is documented in the nation of Benin. It also grows across the landscapes of Guinea and the Ivory Coast. Furthermore, the distribution extends to the country of Mali. Finally, its geographical range includes the territory of Sierra Leone.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Anisopappus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CEPHARANTHINE.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CEPHARANTHINE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CEPHARANTHINE
- Nature communications