Crinum bulbispermum
Crinum bulbispermum, commonly known as the Bulbous Amaryllis, is a perennial plant cherished in traditional medicine. Renowned for its potent bioactive alkaloids, it is frequently utilized to treat skin conditions, inflammation, and various ailments. This botanical specimen serves as a vital resource in ethnopharmacology for its diverse therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Crinum bulbispermum
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- 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 falls under the order Asparagales and is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Crinum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Crinum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Crinum bulbispermum, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In German, it is called the Rosa Hakenlilie, while in Swedish, it is known as Strimkrinum. In Japanese, it is identified as アフリカハマユウ, and in both traditional and simplified Chinese, it is called 长叶文殊兰 (zh-hans: 长叶文殊兰).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Rosa Hakenlilie | Wikidata |
| sv | Strimkrinum | Wikidata |
| ja | アフリカハマユウ | Wikidata |
| zh | 长叶文殊兰 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 长叶文殊兰 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 长叶文殊兰 | Wikidata |
| es | Erigone govenica | Wikidata |
| es | Crinum govenium | Wikidata |
| es | Crinum capense var. riparia | Wikidata |
| es | Crinum spofforthianum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several distinct regions. Within Macaronesia, it can be found growing in Madeira. Its presence is also notable throughout various parts of Southern Africa. Specifically, it is documented in the Cape Provinces, Lesotho, and KwaZulu-Natal. Additionally, the species extends its range into the Free State.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Macaronesia | Madeira | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Lesotho | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Free State | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Alabama | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Crinum bulbiferum, utilizes different morphological structures for its survival and medicinal properties. The most prominent feature consists of the large, fleshy leaves that grow in a rosette pattern, providing the necessary surface area for photosynthesis. Beneath the soil, the plant develops substantial bulbs, which serve as primary storage organs for nutrients and water, housing many of the bioactive compounds utilized in traditional medicine.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bulbs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Crinum bulbispermum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cd, Co, Cu, Mo, Zn.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cd | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Co | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cu | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mo | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Zn | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Crinum bulbispermum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include neurological disorders.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| neurological disorders | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |