Cassipourea madagascariensis
Cassipourea madagascariensis, commonly known as a vital medicinal plant in Madagascar, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this species is frequently utilized in traditional healing practices to treat various ailments. Understanding its chemical composition and pharmacological potential is essential for advancing modern natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Cassipourea madagascariensis
- Family: Rhizophoraceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Malpighiales and the family Rhizophoraceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is found within the genus Cassipourea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Rhizophoraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cassipourea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Cassipourea madagascariensis, is known by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In Chinese, it is referred to as 马达加斯加苏红树 (zh, zh-hans, zh-cn) or more concisely as 马岛苏红树 (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 马达加斯加苏红树 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 马达加斯加苏红树 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 马达加斯加苏红树 | Wikidata |
| zh | 马岛苏红树 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is found exclusively within the unique ecosystems of the Western Indian Ocean. Its specific geographical range is limited to the island nation of Madagascar. Within this region, it serves as a significant component of the local botanical landscape. The distribution patterns suggest that its survival is closely tied to the distinct environmental conditions of this island. Therefore, the plant remains a characteristic element of Madagascar's natural biodiversity.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cassipourea madagascariensis, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, most notably its roots and leaves. The roots are often harvested and processed to extract bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices, while the leaves serve as another vital part of the plant's therapeutic profile. Together, these distinct plant parts contribute to the overall medicinal efficacy that characterizes this species.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cassipourea madagascariensis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 30-hydroxylup-20(29)-en-3-one, cassipourol, cassipouryl acetate, combretol.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 30-hydroxylup-20(29)-en-3-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cassipourol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cassipouryl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| combretol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cassipourea madagascariensis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include ovarian cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ovarian cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |