Bolusanthus speciosus
Tree wisteria
Bolusanthus speciosus, commonly known as the spectacular flowering shrub, is a captivating botanical treasure valued for its vibrant blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical importance, often utilized in traditional medicinal practices to address various ailments, making it a subject of growing interest in pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Bolusanthus speciosus
- 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. It is classified within the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Bolusanthus, with the species name speciosus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bolusanthus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by its scientific name Bolusanthus speciosus, is recognized by various common names across different regions and languages. In English, it is referred to as Tree Wisteria, while in Afrikaans, it is called Van Wykshout, and in Chinese, it is known as 美丽鲍氏豆.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Tree Wisteria | Wikidata |
| af | Van Wykshout | Wikidata |
| zh | 美丽鲍氏豆 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide distribution across several regions of the African continent. In East Tropical Africa, its presence is recorded in both Kenya and Uganda. Moving toward the southern part of the continent, it is also found within South Tropical Africa. Specifically, this species inhabits the countries of Malawi and Mozambique. Additionally, the plant's range extends into the territory of Zambia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zambia | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Botswana | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Bolusanthus speciosus, exhibits a complex anatomical structure where various components contribute to its medicinal profile. The botanical architecture includes robust stems that provide structural support, while the individual stem serves as the primary conduit for transporting nutrients throughout the organism. Beneath the surface, the root wood forms a dense, foundational network that anchors the plant firmly into the soil. Additionally, the bark acts as a protective outer layer, shielding the internal vascular tissues from environmental stressors and potential pathogens.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root wood | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bolusanthus speciosus has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7,3'-dihydroxy-4'-methoxyisoflavone, 7-hydroxy-4'-methoxyisoflavone, derrone, gancaonin C, genistein.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 7,3'-dihydroxy-4'-methoxyisoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-hydroxy-4'-methoxyisoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| derrone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gancaonin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| genistein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lupiwighteone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wighteone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Bolusanthus speciosus has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Bolusanthus speciosus has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Candida albicans, Escherichia coli, Inflammation, Staphylococcus aureus.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |