Anisopus mannii
Anisopus mannii, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb in tropical regions, holds immense value in traditional pharmacopeia. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, including inflammation and infections. Exploring its phytochemical properties offers promising potential for modern therapeutic developments.
- Scientific name: Anisopus mannii
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Gentianales and the family Apocynaceae. Finally, the medicinal species is identified by the genus Anisopus and the specific epithet mannii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anisopus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Anisopus mannii, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Mann's Anisopus, while in Yoruba, it is known as Ewé Ìpọ́n. These names reflect the diverse cultural and botanical classifications used to identify the species across its native habitats.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known as Anisopus mannii, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing within the borders of Ghana, where it is part of the local flora. The species also extends its range into the Ivory Coast and Liberia. Furthermore, its presence is documented in the large territory of Nigeria. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the nation of Senegal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Equatorial Guinea | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Anisopus mannii, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine for the therapeutic properties found within its leaf. The foliage is often collected and processed to create decoctions or infusions, serving as a key component in various herbal remedies used to treat different ailments.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Anisopus mannii has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include glycosides, saponins, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| glycosides | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Anisopus mannii has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Bacillus cereus, Enterococcus faecalis, MRSA, Proteus vulgaris, Streptococcus pyogenes.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus cereus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Enterococcus faecalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MRSA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Proteus vulgaris | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus pyogenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |