Dalbergia saxatilis
Dalbergia saxatilis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Dalbergia saxatilia, scientifically known as Dalbergia saxatilia, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to various tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues, offering valuable bioactive compounds for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Dalbergia Saxatilis Var. Isangiensis · Dalbergia Saxatilis Var. Preussii · 4 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dalbergia saxatilisSynonyms
- Dalbergia saxatilis var. isangiensis
- Dalbergia saxatilis var. preussii
- Dalbergia macrothyrsus
- Dalbergia preussii
- Amerimnon saxatile
- Dalbergia isangiensis
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 Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Dalbergia and the species Dalbergia saxatilis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dalbergia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Dalbergia saxatilis, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented within the borders of Benin, where it thrives in local ecosystems. The species can also be found throughout the landscape of Burkina. Furthermore, the plant extends its range into the territories of Gambia and Ghana. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the coastal and inland areas of Guinea-Bissau.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | 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 | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dalbergia saxatilis, is recognized for its medicinal properties, which are often derived from its specific anatomical structures. Among its various components, the root serves as a significant part used in traditional applications. This root is utilized for its bioactive compounds, contributing to the overall therapeutic profile of the species in various herbal practices.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Indian journal of experimental biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dalbergia saxatilis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Triterpenoid Glycoside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Triterpenoid Glycoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Triterpenoid Glycoside
- Indian journal of experimental biology
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Indian journal of experimental biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |