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Aristolochia macrocarpa

Aristolochia macrocarpa · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Aristolochia macrocarpac, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions. Often recognized by its distinctive, heart-shaped leaves and unique flowering structures, it has historically been utilized in traditional medicine. However, modern research warns of its potential nephrotoxicity and carcinogenicity due to aristolochic acids.

Family
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Native range
Africa
Parts used
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Common names
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Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Aristolochia macrocarpa

Distribution

This plant, Aristolochia macrocarpa, is primarily found throughout the West Tropical Africa region. Its natural habitat includes the lush landscapes of Ghana and Guinea. Additionally, the species can be located within the borders of the Ivory Coast. It is also known to grow across parts of Liberia. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal plant extends into Nigeria.

Region Area
West Tropical Africa Ghana
West Tropical Africa Guinea
West Tropical Africa Ivory Coast
West Tropical Africa Liberia
West Tropical Africa Nigeria
West Tropical Africa Sierra Leone
West-Central Tropical Africa Cabinda
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

Aristolochia macrocarpa has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aristolactam AII, Aristolactam FI, Aristolactam FII, Aristolactam I.

Chemicals reported in Aristolochia macrocarpa
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Aristolactam AII 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aristolactam FI 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aristolactam FII 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Aristolactam I 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Aristolactam AII

  1. Journal of natural products

Aristolactam FI

  1. Journal of natural products

Aristolactam FII

  1. Journal of natural products

Aristolactam I

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Aristolochia macrocarpa has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include active extracts.

Preparations reported for Aristolochia macrocarpa
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Active extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Active extracts

  1. Journal of natural products