Carissa lanceolata
Conkerberry
Carissa lanceolata, commonly known as the Natal Plum, is a resilient, evergreen shrub native to Southern Africa. Renowned for its glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers, this medicinal plant offers significant therapeutic potential. It is traditionally utilized in various cultures to treat ailments ranging from digestive issues to inflammation.
- Scientific name: Carissa lanceolata
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Australasia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianales, it is classified under the family Apocynaceae and the genus Carissa. Specifically, Carissa lanceolata is a medicinal species recognized by its distinct taxonomic placement within these groups.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Carissa | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the common name conkerberry in English, is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | conkerberry | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Carissa lanceolata, exhibits a widespread presence across various regions of Australia. Its distribution can be traced through the tropical landscapes of the Northern Territory. It is also commonly found throughout the expansive territories of Queensland. Furthermore, the species extends its range into the diverse environments of South Australia. Finally, its geographical reach concludes in the unique terrains of Western Australia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | South Australia | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Carissa lanceolata has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2'-hydroxyacetophenone, carinol, carissone.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2'-hydroxyacetophenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| carissone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Carissa lanceolata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Carissa lanceolata has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include chest pain, toothache.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chest pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| toothache | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |