Commiphora pedunculata
Commiphora pedunculata, commonly known as the African Myrrh, is a resilient shrub native to arid regions. Renowned for its aromatic resin, this medicinal plant is utilized in traditional healing to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and respiratory issues. Its unique chemical properties offer significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Commiphora pedunculata
- Family: Burseraceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Commiphora pedunculata, 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 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, known scientifically as Commiphora pedunculata, is recognized by various common names across different linguistic and regional contexts. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Pedunculate Commiphora, while in Hindi, it is commonly called Guggul. Additionally, it is known as Kumil in some regions, reflecting its diverse cultural and medicinal associations.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing across several diverse nations throughout this part of the continent. Specifically, its range includes the territories of Benin and Burkina. Furthermore, the species is documented to inhabit parts of Ghana and the Ivory Coast. Finally, its presence extends into the landscape of Mali.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Chemicals
Commiphora pedunculata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include epicatechin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Commiphora pedunculata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Commiphora pedunculata has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Bacillus cereus, Candida albicans, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus cereus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Candida albicans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |