Aspilia
Aspilia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Aspilia, is a versatile genus of flowering plants within the Asteraceae family. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, various species are used in traditional medicine to treat wounds, skin infections, and inflammatory conditions. These resilient herbs offer significant potential for developing modern pharmacological treatments globally.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Wirtgenia · Dipterotheca · 3 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
AspiliaSynonyms
- Wirtgenia
- Dipterotheca
- Coronocarpus
- Harpephora
- Menotriche
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Aspilia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Aspilia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern centered primarily within the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is well-documented across several key nations including Benin and Burkina. Furthermore, the species can be found thriving in the coastal and inland areas of Gambia. Its range also extends into the territories of Ghana, highlighting its ecological relevance in the area. Finally, the geographical footprint of this medicinal plant encompasses Guinea-Bissau, solidifying its regional importance.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Aspilia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Thiarubrine A.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Thiarubrine A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Thiarubrine A
- Experientia
Activities
Aspilia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibiotic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibiotic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antibiotic
- Experientia