Commiphora ornifolia
Commiphora ornifolia, commonly known as the Ornate Myrrh, is a resilient shrub native to the arid regions of Africa and Arabia. Renowned for its aromatic resin, this medicinal plant is traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and respiratory issues, offering significant therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Commiphora ornifolia
- Family: Burseraceae
- 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 Sapindales, it is classified under the family Burseraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is 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 |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Commiphora ornifolia, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Ornate Commiphora, while in Hindi, it is commonly called Kanju. In its native or local contexts, it may also be recognized by names such as Kanju in other regional dialects.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Commiphora ornifolia, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily confined to the unique ecosystems found within Northeast Tropical Africa. Specifically, the species is endemic to the island of Socotra. This isolated location provides the distinct environmental conditions necessary for its survival. Consequently, the distribution of this medicinal species is highly localized to this single archipelago.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Socotra | WCVP |
Chemicals
Commiphora ornifolia has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-yangambin, arabinose, galactose, galacturonic acid, rhamnose.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-yangambin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arabinose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| galactose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| galacturonic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rhamnose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| yangambin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Commiphora ornifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Commiphora ornifolia has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |