Corchorus depressus
Corchorus depressus, commonly known as the low jute, is a versatile medicinal herb found across tropical regions. Renowned in traditional medicine, it possesses significant antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Often used to treat skin ailments and digestive issues, this plant offers valuable phytochemical benefits for holistic health and wellness.
- Scientific name: Corchorus depressus
- Family: Malvaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Corchorus depressus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malvales, falling into the family Malvaceae. Ultimately, it is situated within the genus Corchorus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Corchorus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Corchorus depressus, is recognized by various local names depending on the region and language. In Arabic, it is commonly referred to as السطاحة.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | السطاحة | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several distinct regions. In Northern Africa, it can be found growing in Algeria, Egypt, and Libya. Its range also extends into the Macaronesia region. Specifically, it inhabits the Canary Islands within this area. Additionally, the species is documented to occur in Cape Verde.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Cape Verde | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Djibouti | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Corchorus depressus, is a medicinal herb where the whole plant is frequently utilized in various traditional healing practices. From its stems and leaves to its roots, every part of the organism contains bioactive compounds that contribute to its therapeutic properties. In many folk medicine traditions, the entire specimen is harvested to prepare decoctions or topical applications, ensuring that the full spectrum of its medicinal potency is harnessed for treatment.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| whole plant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Corchorus depressus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include depressoside C, depressoside D.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| depressoside C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| depressoside D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Corchorus depressus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include male infertility.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| male infertility | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |