Convolvulus prostratus
Convolvulus proststatus, commonly known as creeping bindweed, is a versatile medicinal herb found in various tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally used to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. Its unique bioactive compounds offer significant potential for modern pharmacological research and treatments.
- Scientific name: Convolvulus prostratus
- Family: Not available
- Native range: Africa
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated primarily within the northern regions of the African continent. Its distribution extends across several key countries in Northern Africa, including Algeria and Egypt. Additionally, it can be found throughout the territories of Libya and Morocco. Beyond the mainland, its presence reaches into the Macaronesian islands. Specifically, the species is documented to grow in the archipelago of Cape Verde.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as prostrate bindweed, offers various therapeutic benefits depending on which part is utilized. The root is often employed in traditional remedies for its specific medicinal properties, while the leaves are frequently harvested for their bioactive compounds. For many applications, the fresh whole plants are preferred to ensure the maximum potency of its constituents during preparation.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fresh whole plants | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Convolvulus prostratus has 13 reported activities identified across 19 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Analgesic, Anxiolytic, Neuroprotective, Antiamnesic.
- Total activities
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 19
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anxiolytic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiamnesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antistress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |