Cyrtanthus contractus
Cyrtanthus contractus, commonly known as the Contracted Cyrtantus, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional herbal practices. Found in specific tropical regions, it possesses unique bioactive properties. This plant is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in treating various ailments through its diverse phytochemical constituents.
- Scientific name: Cyrtanthus contractus
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- 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 Asparagales, it is classified under the family Amaryllidaceae and is specifically identified by the genus Cyrtantus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cyrtanthus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide distribution across several key regions within Southern Africa. It can be found growing throughout the diverse landscapes of the Cape Provinces. Additionally, its presence extends into the subtropical areas of KwaZulu-Natal. The species also inhabits the central regions of the Free State and the northern reaches of the Northern Provinces. Finally, its geographical range reaches into the territory of Esswatini.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Free State | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Eswatini | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cyrtanthus contractus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include narciprimine, proline.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| narciprimine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| proline | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cyrtanthus contractus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include mental illness.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| mental illness | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |