Cogniauxia podolaena
Cogniauxia podolaena · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Cogniauxia podolaena, scientifically known as Cogniauxia podolaena, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Found in specific tropical ecosystems, this species is frequently studied for its bioactive compounds. It holds significant potential in traditional medicine, offering promising insights for modern pharmacological research and natural healing.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Cogniauxia podolaenaSources: Wikidata
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern primarily concentrated within the tropical regions of Africa. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in Guinea. Moving into West-Central Tropical Africa, the species can be found in the Cabinda enclave. The plant's range further extends through the Central African Republic and Cameroon. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the nation of Congo.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Equatorial Guinea |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Cogniauxia podolaena is characterized by its distinct growth habits and structural composition. It functions as a climbing plant, specifically categorized as a vine or liana, and exhibits an obligatory climbing habit, meaning it requires external support to ascend. In terms of its primary growth form, the species is classified as an herb, manifesting as a non-woody organism. This lack of woodiness further defines its physical structure, distinguishing it from woody shrubs or trees and emphasizing its herbaceous nature.
- Climber :
- vine
- Climber :
- obligatory
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Cogniauxia podolaena has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Conditions
Cogniauxia podolaena has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include malaria.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Malaria | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Malaria
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Preparations
Cogniauxia podolaena has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Ethanolic and dichloromethane extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ethanolic and dichloromethane extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ethanolic and dichloromethane extracts
- Journal of ethnopharmacology