Annona stenophylla subsp. cuneata
Annona stenophylla subsp. cuneata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Annona stenophylla subsp. cuneata, is a distinctive botanical species native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique foliage and medicinal properties, this plant offers significant ethnobotanical value. Exploring its chemical composition reveals potential therapeutic applications, making it a subject of great interest in pharmacology.
- Family
- Annonaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Annona Senegalensis Var. Glabrescens · Annona Senegalensis Var. Cuneata · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Annona stenophylla subsp. cuneataSynonyms
- Annona senegalensis var. glabrescens
- Annona senegalensis var. cuneata
- Annona cuneata
- Annona cuneata var. glabrescens
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized into the order Magnoliales and the family Annonaceae. Finally, it is identified as a member of the genus Annona, specifically categorized as the subspecies Annona stenophylla subsp. cuneata.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Magnoliales |
| Family | Annonaceae |
| Genus | Annona |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution limited to certain regions of the African continent. It can be found within West-Central Tropical Africa, specifically located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Additionally, its range extends into South Tropical Africa, where it is native to Angola. These two distinct areas represent the primary habitats where this subspecies thrives. Consequently, its presence is concentrated within these specific tropical and subtropical zones.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Annona stenophylla subsp. cuneata has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID, 3,4-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylethanol, SYRINGALDEHYDE, SYRINGIC ACID.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,4-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylethanol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SYRINGALDEHYDE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SYRINGIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tyrosol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vanillic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vanillyl alcohol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| p-Hydroxybenzaldehyde | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
- Journal of medicinal food
3,4-Dihydroxybenzaldehyde
- Journal of medicinal food
4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylethanol
- Journal of medicinal food
SYRINGALDEHYDE
- Journal of medicinal food
SYRINGIC ACID
- Journal of medicinal food
Tyrosol
- Journal of medicinal food
Vanillic acid
- Journal of medicinal food
Vanillyl alcohol
- Journal of medicinal food
ferulic acid
- Journal of medicinal food
p-Hydroxybenzaldehyde
- Journal of medicinal food