Convolvulus fatmensis
Convolvulus fatmensis, commonly known as the Fatmens Bindweed, is a distinctive medicinal herb found in specific tropical ecosystems. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, offering significant potential for pharmacological research and the development of natural therapeutics.
- Scientific name: Convolvulus fatmensis
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Solanales, it is further classified under the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is established within the genus Convolvulus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Convolvulus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Convolvulus fatmensis, exhibits a specific distribution across the northern portion of the African continent. Its presence is primarily concentrated within the diverse landscapes of Northern Africa. Specifically, it can be found growing within the borders of Algeria and Egypt. The species also extends its range into the territories of Libya and Morocco. Finally, its geographical footprint is completed by its occurrence in Tunisia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
Chemicals
Convolvulus fatmensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Tannins, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Convolvulus fatmensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Convolvulus fatmensis 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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |