Cordia aurantiaca
Cordia aurantiaca, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in traditional herbalism, holds immense therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical regions, this species is valued for its bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized in folk medicine to address various ailments, offering promising natural solutions for holistic health and wellness.
- Scientific name: Cordia aurantiaca
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Cordia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Boraginales | WCVP |
| Family | Boraginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cordia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cordia aurantiaca, is recognized by various common names across different linguistic and regional contexts. In English, it is frequently referred to as the orange cordia, while in Spanish, it is known as cordia anaranjada. Within certain local dialects and regional classifications, it may also be identified by names such as cordia naranja.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented within Nigeria. Moving into the West-Central Tropical Africa zone, it can be found in the Central African Republic. The species also inhabits the territories of Cameroon and Congo. Finally, its range extends to include the country of Equatorial Guinea.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Equatorial Guinea | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cordia aurantiaca, utilizes its stems as a structural foundation for its growth and a vital pathway for transporting nutrients throughout its system. In medicinal contexts, the stems and woody portions of such species are often examined for their specific chemical compositions, which may contribute to the overall therapeutic profile of the plant.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cordia aurantiaca has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial, Antitubercular.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitubercular | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |