Cynometra
Cynometra, commonly known as various local names depending on the region, belongs to the Fabaceae family. This versatile medicinal plant is highly valued in traditional healing practices for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized to treat inflammation and skin ailments, it remains a vital component of ethnomedicine worldwide.
- Scientific name: Cynometra
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Cynometra.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cynometra | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution centered within the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented across several distinct countries, including Benin and the Gambia. Furthermore, the species can be found throughout the territories of Ghana and Guinea-Bissau. The distribution also extends into the nation of Guinea, completing its regional footprint. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's reliance on the tropical climates of western Africa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cynometra has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Vitexin, flavonoids, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Vitexin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |