Catharanthus lanceus
Catharanthus lanceus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (61 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Catharanthus lanceus, is a remarkable medicinal shrub valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from inflammatory conditions to skin disorders, offering a natural approach to wellness through its unique phytochemical properties.
- Family
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- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Catharanthus lanceusDistribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is primarily found within the Western Indian Ocean region. Within this area, its occurrence is notably centered in Madagascar. This localized distribution suggests that the species is endemic to this particular island environment. Consequently, its natural habitat is confined to the unique ecological zones of the Malagasy landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
Chemicals
Catharanthus lanceus has 15 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,4-Dimethoxyphenylacetamide, Ajmalicine, Cathanneine, Catharanthine, Catharine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 3,4-Dimethoxyphenylacetamide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ajmalicine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cathanneine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Catharanthine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Catharine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| LEUROSINE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lochnerine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pericalline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pericyclivine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Periformyline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
3,4-Dimethoxyphenylacetamide
- Dr. Duke
Ajmalicine
- Dr. Duke
Cathanneine
- Dr. Duke
Catharanthine
- Dr. Duke
Catharine
- Dr. Duke
LEUROSINE
- Dr. Duke
Lochnerine
- Dr. Duke
Pericalline
- Dr. Duke
Pericyclivine
- Dr. Duke
Periformyline
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Catharanthus lanceus has 46 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Adrenergic-Blocker, Adrenolytic, Anesthetic, Antiacetylcholinesterase, Antiadrenergic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Adrenergic-Blocker | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Adrenolytic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacetylcholinesterase | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiadrenergic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaggregant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antianginal | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiatherosclerotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiuretic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |