Copper-stem corkwood
Commiphora harveyi · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Copper-stem corkwood, scientifically known as Commiphora harveyi, is a resilient medicinal shrub prized for its aromatic resin. Native to arid regions, this species contains bioactive compounds used in traditional healing to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. Its unique bark and resin offer significant pharmacological potential.
- Family
- Burseraceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Copper-Stem Corkwood · Copper Corkwood · 4 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Balsamea Harveyi · Protium Africanum
Names
Common Names
- Copper-stem Corkwood
- Copper Corkwood
- Copper-Stemmed Corkwood
- Copperstem Corkwood
- Cork Tree
- Redstem Corkwood
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Commiphora harveyiSynonyms
- Balsamea harveyi
- Protium africanum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Commiphora harveyi, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Burseraceae and is placed within the genus Commiphora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Burseraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Commiphora | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is naturally distributed across several key regions within Southern Africa. Specifically, its range includes the Cape Provinces, where it adapts to various local environments. It can also be found growing in the coastal and inland areas of KwaZulu-Natal. Furthermore, the species extends its presence into the territory of Eswatini. Finally, its geographical reach encompasses the Northern Provinces of the region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
Activities
Commiphora harveyi has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Commiphora harveyi has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Aspergillus fumigatus, Candida albicans, Cryptococcus neoformans, Enterococcus faecalis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aspergillus fumigatus | African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida albicans | African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cryptococcus neoformans | African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Enterococcus faecalis | African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | African journal of traditional, complementary, and alternative medicines : AJTCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| platelet aggregation | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |