Anthonotha macrophylla
Anthonotha macrophylla, commonly known as the Large-leaf Anthonotha, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized in traditional herbal practices. Characterized by its expansive, vibrant foliage, this species contains unique bioactive compounds. It is primarily utilized for its potent healing properties, offering therapeutic potential in treating various inflammatory and systemic conditions.
- Scientific name: Anthonotha macrophylla
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Anthonotha, with the species name macrophylla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anthonotha | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Annona macrophyllas, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the large-leafed custard apple, while in Spanish, it is known as guanábana de hoja grande. In Portuguese, the plant is identified as guanábana de folha grande.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the lush landscapes of West Tropical Africa. Its presence is documented within the borders of Benin, where it thrives in specific ecological niches. Furthermore, it can be found growing throughout various regions of Ghana. The species also extends its range into the tropical environments of Guinea and Ivory Coast. Finally, its geographical reach includes the forested areas of 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 | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Annona macrophylla, utilizes its large, prominent leaf as a primary component in its medicinal applications. The leaf structure is characterized by its broad shape and distinct venation, which allows for efficient photosynthesis and the accumulation of various bioactive compounds. In traditional herbal practices, these leaves are often harvested and processed to extract natural constituents used for their therapeutic properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Anthonotha macrophylla has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Anthonotha macrophylla has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria, trypanosomiasis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trypanosomiasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |