Clutia lanceolata
Clutia lanceolata, commonly known as the lance-leaved clutia, is a versatile evergreen shrub native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and the Pacific. Renowned for its glossy, elongated foliage, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized in various cultures for its potent bioactive compounds and diverse therapeutic applications.
- Scientific name: Clutia lanceolata
- Family: Not available
- Native range: Africa
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across Northeast Tropical Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. In the African region, it can be found within the borders of Eritrea and Ethiopia. Its range further extends through the territories of Sudan and South Sudan. Moving toward the Arabian Peninsula, the species is also present in Saudi Arabia. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the country of Yemen.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Eritrea | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Chemicals
Clutia lanceolata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include saudin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| saudin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Clutia lanceolata has 2 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hypoglycemic, Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hypoglycemic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Clutia lanceolata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hepatitis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hepatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |