Combretum sericeum
Combretum sericeum, commonly known as the silky combretum, is a versatile medicinal plant native to various African landscapes. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized to treat ailments ranging from digestive issues to skin inflammations. Its unique chemical profile offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Combretum sericeum
- Family: Combretaceae
- 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 Myrtales, it is classified under the family Combretaceae. Specifically, it is identified by its genus, Combretum sericeum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Combretaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Combretum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Combretum sericeum, is referred to by the common name ha: Taro in certain linguistic contexts.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ha | Taro | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Combretum sericeum, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented within the borders of Benin, where it grows in local ecosystems. Furthermore, the species can be found spreading through the landscapes of Burkina. The geographical range also extends into the territories of Ghana and Guinea. Finally, the distribution of this medicinal plant includes the coastal and inland areas of Ivory Coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Activities
Combretum sericeum has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Combretum sericeum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include sprains, wounds.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| sprains | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |