Cordia sinensis
Cordia sinensis, commonly known as the Chinese Cordia, is a versatile medicinal shrub valued in traditional herbal practices. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, the plant's leaves and bark are frequently utilized to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and respiratory issues, offering a natural approach to holistic health and wellness.
- Scientific name: Cordia sinensis
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is established within 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 sinensis, is referred to by various common names across different languages and regions. In Swedish, it is called Mareer, while in Hebrew, it is identified as גפנן המדבר. Its names in Arabic dialects include سبسтан صيني and سبستان صينى, and in Chinese, it is known as 中华破布木.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| so | Mareer | Wikidata |
| he | גפנן המדבר | Wikidata |
| ar | سبستان صيني | Wikidata |
| arz | سبستان صينى | Wikidata |
| zh | 中华破布木 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 中华破布木 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 中華破布木 | Wikidata |
| gu | કટગુંદી | Wikidata |
| he | ערף המדבר | Wikidata |
| gu | નાની ગુંદી | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across the African continent. In Northern Africa, it can be found growing within the territories of Algeria and Egypt. Moving toward the western region, its presence extends into West Tropical Africa. Specifically, it is documented in the countries of Burkina, Gambia, and Ghana. These locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in various tropical and northern environments.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cordia sinensis, possesses various therapeutic properties that are often derived from different anatomical structures, including its roots. In traditional medicinal practices, the roots are specifically utilized for their bioactive compounds, which can be processed to treat various ailments. While other parts of the plant may also hold medicinal value, the roots serve as a vital component in the holistic application of this species in herbal remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cordia sinensis has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |