Cryptocarya latifolia
Cryptocarya latifolia, commonly known as the broad-leaved crypto, is a significant medicinal plant native to various tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is traditionally used to treat various ailments. Scientific studies continue to explore its bioactive compounds, highlighting its immense potential in modern herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Cryptocarya latifolia
- Family: Lauraceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Laurales, and the family Lauraceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Cryptocarya.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Lauraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cryptocarya | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cryptocarya latifolia, is referred to by the common name Breëblaarkweper in Afrikaans.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| af | Breëblaarkweper | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is found within specific regions of Southern Africa. Its natural habitat primarily includes the Cape Provinces. Additionally, the species is known to occur in the KwaZulu-Natal region. These areas represent the core geographical distribution of the species. Consequently, its range is concentrated within these distinct South African provinces.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cryptocarya latifolia, possesses various components that are often studied for their biological properties. The roots serve as a foundational part of the organism, anchoring it into the soil and absorbing essential nutrients. The leaves are a prominent feature, characterized by their distinct shape and often utilized in traditional applications due to their chemical constituents. The fruits represent the reproductive output of the plant, containing seeds necessary for its life cycle. Finally, the bark forms a protective outer layer around the stem and branches, housing specialized tissues that are sometimes harvested for medicinal research.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cryptocarya latifolia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include copaene, nerolidol, quercetin-3-O-rhamnoside.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| copaene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nerolidol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin-3-O-rhamnoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cryptocarya latifolia has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mycobacterium tuberculosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |