Bulbine capitata
Bulbine capitata, commonly known as Bulbine or Bulbine plant, is a succulent perennial native to South Africa. Renowned for its fleshy, bright green leaves, this hardy species is highly valued in traditional medicine. It is frequently utilized for its potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties in various topical applications.
- Scientific name: Bulbine capitata
- Family: Asphodelaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Bulbine capitaata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asparagales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asphodelaceae and is situated within the genus Bulbine.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Asphodelaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bulbine | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Bulbine capitata, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as bulbine or bulbine lily, while in Afrikaans, it is called bulbine. In Spanish, the plant is known as bulbine, and in Portuguese, it is called bulbine.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across various regions within Southern Africa. It can be found growing in the landscapes of Botswana and Namibia. Additionally, its presence extends to the province of KwaZulu-Natal. The species is also documented within the Free State region. Finally, its geographical range includes the territory of Eswatini.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Botswana | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Namibia | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Free State | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Bulbine, is a succulent perennial that relies on its specialized underground structures for survival. While the plant is characterized by its fleshy, lance-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers, its roots play a crucial role in its physiological stability. The roots serve to anchor the plant firmly in its substrate and facilitate the efficient uptake of water and nutrients, which is essential for maintaining the moisture content of its succulent foliage.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bulbine capitata has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1-acetoxymethyl-5,8-dihydroxynaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione, 1-acetoxymethyl-8-hydroxynaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione, 5,8-dihydroxy-1-hydroxymethylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione, 5,8-dihydroxy-1-methylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione, 5,8-dihydroxy-1-tigloylmethylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1-acetoxymethyl-5,8-dihydroxynaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1-acetoxymethyl-8-hydroxynaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,8-dihydroxy-1-hydroxymethylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,8-dihydroxy-1-methylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,8-dihydroxy-1-tigloylmethylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-hydroxy-8-methoxy-1-methylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8-hydroxy-1-methylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 8-hydroxy-5-methoxy-1-methylnaphtho[2,3-c]furan-4,9-dione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chrysophanol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Bulbine capitata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |