Costus
Costus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Costus, scientifically known as Costus, is a versatile medicinal plant celebrated in traditional healing practices. Belonging to the Costaceae family, it is prized for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Often used to treat digestive issues and skin ailments, this botanical wonder offers significant therapeutic potential for holistic wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
CostusDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the region of West Tropical Africa. Within this territory, it can be found growing in the nation of Benin. Its presence extends further to include the country of Burkina. Additionally, the species is documented throughout Ghana and Guinea-Bissau. Finally, the plant is also established within the borders of Guinea.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Costus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Environmental toxicology
Preparations
Costus has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include 80% methanol extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 80% methanol extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
80% methanol extract
- International journal of medicinal chemistry