Dalbergiella welwitschii
Dalbergiella welwitschii, commonly known as a vital medicinal plant in specific regional traditions, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Renowned for its unique therapeutic properties, it is utilized in various folk remedies to address diverse ailments. Understanding its biological profile and traditional applications is essential for exploring its potential pharmacological value.
- Scientific name: Dalbergiella welwitschii
- 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. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Dalbergiella.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dalbergiella | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Dalbergiella welwitschii, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented within the borders of Benin, where it occupies local ecological niches. Additionally, the species can be found growing in the diverse landscapes of Ghana. The geographical range also extends into Guinea, contributing to its regional availability. Finally, the distribution includes the coastal and inland areas of both Ivory Coast and Liberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | 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 | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dalbergiella welwitschii has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 13-isopimaradiene, Aristolone.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 13-isopimaradiene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aristolone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dalbergiella welwitschii has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Free-Radical Scavenging.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Free-Radical Scavenging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dalbergiella welwitschii has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diabetes mellitus, mental illness, neurodegenerative disorders, oxidative stress, type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mental illness | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neurodegenerative disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| type 2 diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |