Combretum zenkeri
Combretum zenkeri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Combretum zenkeri, scientifically known as Combretum zenkeri, is a significant medicinal shrub native to West African tropical forests. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, various parts of the plant are traditionally utilized to treat ailments such as inflammation, infections, and digestive issues, offering immense potential for pharmacological research.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Combretum zenkeriDistribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the lush landscapes of West Tropical Africa. Its natural habitat extends through several key nations, including Benin and Ghana. Furthermore, the species can be found growing within the borders of Guinea. The distribution continues southward into the territory of Ivory Coast. Finally, its geographical range encompasses the forested regions of Liberia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Combretum zenkeri is characterized by its distinct growth habit and structural composition. It functions as a woody climber, specifically classified as a liana or vine, which utilizes climbing mechanisms to ascend through its environment. This climbing behavior is obligatory in nature, meaning it relies on external support to reach maturity rather than being self-supporting. In terms of its broader growth form, the plant exhibits characteristics consistent with a shrubby structure, while its primary tissue composition is distinctly woody.
- Climber :
- liana
- Climber :
- obligatory
- Growth form :
- shrub
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Combretum zenkeri 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
- African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM
Conditions
Combretum zenkeri has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include cancer.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cancer | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cancer
- African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM