Bafodeya benna
Bafodeya benna · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Bafodeya benna, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, it offers potent bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and healing potential is essential for exploring its significant contributions to natural pharmacology.
- Family
- Chrysobalanaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Parinari Benna
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Bafodeya bennaSynonyms
- Parinari benna
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known as Bafodeya benna, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Chrysobalanaceae and the genus Bafodeya.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Chrysobalanaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bafodeya | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Bafodeya benna, exhibits a specific distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing naturally within the borders of Guinea. Furthermore, its presence extends into the territory of Mali. The species is also documented to inhabit parts of Sierra Leone. These locations define the primary geographical range for this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bafodeya benna has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Astilbin, Isoastilbin, Neoastilbin, Neoisoastilbin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Astilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoastilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neoastilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neoisoastilbin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Astilbin
- Planta medica
Isoastilbin
- Planta medica
Neoastilbin
- Planta medica
Neoisoastilbin
- Planta medica
Medicinal Uses
Bafodeya benna has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| extracts | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |