Beilschmiedia cinnamomea
Beilschmiedia cinnamomea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Beilschmiedia cinnamomea, scientifically known as Beilschmiedia cinnamomea, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Belonging to the Lauraceae family, it is recognized for its diverse therapeutic properties. Local communities utilize various parts of this tree to treat ailments, harnessing its natural bioactive compounds for wellness.
- Family
- Lauraceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Tylostemon Cinnamomeus · Tylostemon Letestui · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Beilschmiedia cinnamomeaSynonyms
- Tylostemon cinnamomeus
- Tylostemon letestui
- Beilschmiedia letestui
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Beilschmiedia cinnamoidea, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Laurales and the family Lauraceae. Within this hierarchy, it is identified by the genus Beilschmiedia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Laurales |
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Genus | Beilschmiedia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the West-Central Tropical Africa region. Within this specific ecological zone, it can be found growing in the nation of Cameroon. The species also extends its range into the territory of Congo. Additionally, its geographical presence includes the country of Gabon. These locations highlight the localized tropical habitat required for its growth.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Beilschmiedia cinnamoidea is characterized by its robust growth form, specifically classified as a tree. This species exhibits a woody structure, possessing a permanent, lignified stem system that supports its significant stature and provides the necessary structural integrity for its development within its natural habitat.
- Growth form :
- tree
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Beilschmiedia cinnamomea has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Phenols, Tannins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Phenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Phenols
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Tannins
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Medicinal Uses
Beilschmiedia cinnamomea has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include bacterial infections.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| bacterial infections | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| methanol extracts | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |