Coleus monostachyus
Coleus monostachyus, commonly known as the single-stalk coleus, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its therapeutic properties. Renowned for its vibrant foliage, this species is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to support wellness. Understanding its botanical characteristics and healing potential offers valuable insights into natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Coleus monostachyus
- 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. Following the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under 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 monostachyus, is known by various names across different regions and languages. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Plectranthus or the Coleus, while in Spanish, it is commonly called mostaza de monte. In Portuguese, it is known as mostarda-de-monte, and in French, the plant is identified as la mostarda de monte.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Coleus monostachyus, is primarily found throughout the West Tropical Africa region. Its geographical range specifically includes the nation of Burkina. Additionally, this medicinal species can be located within the borders of Ghana. It is also distributed across the coastal and inland areas of Guinea-Bissau and Guinea. Finally, the plant's presence extends to the territory of Ivory Coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Coleus monostachyus, utilizes its leaves as the primary component for medicinal purposes. These leaves are typically characterized by their distinct shape and texture, housing the essential bioactive compounds required for therapeutic use. In traditional herbal practices, it is often the specific properties found within the leaf tissue that are extracted to create remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Coleus monostachyus has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial, Antiplasmodial, Antipyretic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |