Cecropia
Cecropia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Cecropia, is a versatile genus of fast-growing tropical trees renowned for their ecological importance. Often serving as pioneer species, they provide vital habitats for wildlife. In traditional medicine, various parts of the plant are utilized for their purported antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and restorative healing properties.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
CecropiaDistribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several regions within the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its distribution includes the nations of Ghana, Ivory Coast, and Senegal. Furthermore, the species extends into West-Central Tropical Africa, specifically within Cameroon. Its range also encompasses the coastal areas of the Gulf of Guinea Islands. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's significant footprint throughout the tropical African landscape.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. |
| Malesia | Jawa |
| Malesia | Malaya |
| South-Central Pacific | Cook Is. |
| South-Central Pacific | Society Is. |
| South-Central Pacific | Tuamotu |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Cecropia has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Scientific reports
- Pharmaceutical biology