Home > Herbs > Coleus Grandidentatus

Coleus grandidentatus

Coleus grandidentatus, commonly known as the large-toothed coleus, is a significant medicinal shrub native to tropical Africa. Valued in traditional medicine, its leaves are frequently utilized to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues and skin inflammations. This plant offers a rich source of bioactive compounds for pharmacological research.

  • Scientific name: Coleus grandidentatus
  • Family: Lamiaceae
  • Native range: Africa

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, it falls under the family Lamiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Coleus.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Lamiales WCVP
Family Lamiaceae WCVP
Genus Coleus WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Coleus grandidentatus, is known by various common names depending on the region and local language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the large-toothed coleus, while in Swahili, it is commonly called mnyumbulizi. Within various local contexts in East Africa, it may also be identified by names such as mnyumbulizi or mnyumbulizi-mkuu.
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant is primarily distributed throughout various regions of Southern Africa. It can be found growing in the Cape Provinces and the Northern Provinces. Its presence is also noted within the KwaZulu-Natal region. Additionally, the species extends into Esватини. Finally, the geographical range includes the nation of Zimbabwe within South Tropical Africa.

Region Area Source
South Tropical Africa Zimbabwe WCVP
Southern Africa Cape Provinces WCVP
Southern Africa KwaZulu-Natal WCVP
Southern Africa Eswatini WCVP
Southern Africa Northern Provinces WCVP