Chasmanthera dependens
Chasmanthera dependens, commonly known as the "butterfly plant," is a captivating medicinal herb native to tropical regions. Renowned for its unique, delicate foliage and vibrant blooms, this plant offers significant ethnobotanical value. Traditional healers utilize its properties to treat various ailments, highlighting its importance in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Chasmanthera dependens
- Family: Menispermaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Menispermaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Chasmanthera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Menispermaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chasmanthera | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Chasmanthe dependencia, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the dependence chasmanthe, while in Spanish, it is commonly called chasmanthe dependencia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the region of West Tropical Africa. Within this geographical area, its presence is specifically documented in the nation of Benin. It can also be found growing within the borders of Burkina Faso. Furthermore, the species is widely recognized in Ghana and the Ivory Coast. Finally, its range extends into the territory of Liberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Chasmanthe dependens, utilizes various morphological structures that contribute to its biological identity and potential medicinal value. The leaves are a prominent feature, typically characterized by their shape and arrangement which assist in efficient photosynthesis. Additionally, the stem bark serves as a protective outer layer for the plant's structural framework, housing essential vascular tissues that transport nutrients throughout the organism.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Chasmanthera dependens has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include oxoglaucine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oxoglaucine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Chasmanthera dependens has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Anticancer, Antifungal, Antiprotozoal, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiprotozoal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Chasmanthera dependens has 10 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania major, arthritis, enterovirus, granuloma, immune response.
- Total uses
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania major | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| enterovirus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| granuloma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| immune response | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| osteoarthritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| poliovirus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sprains | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |