Dennettia tripetala
Dennettia tripetala, commonly known as the triple-petaled plant, is a remarkable medicinal species valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Native to specific tropical regions, this botanical treasure is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, offering significant pharmacological potential for modern scientific research and natural healing practices.
- Scientific name: Dennettia tripetala
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Magnoliales and the family Annonaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Dennettia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dennettia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant is known by various names depending on the linguistic context; in Spanish, it is commonly referred to as Dennettia or Uvariopsis tripetala, while in Portuguese, it is simply called Dennettia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| es | Dennettia | Wikidata |
| pt | Dennettia | Wikidata |
| es | Uvariopsis tripetala | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Dennetia tripetala, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is well-documented in the country of Benin, where it grows within local ecosystems. The species also extends its range to include Guinea, contributing to the botanical diversity of the area. Furthermore, it can be found throughout the Ivory Coast and Nigeria, covering significant portions of the West African landscape. Finally, its geographical reach concludes with sightings in Sierra Leone, completing its regional distribution.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dennettia tripetala, utilizes various anatomical structures for its biological processes and reproductive cycles. The development of its reproductive organs leads to the formation of the fruit, which serves as a protective vessel for the genetic material within. As these fruits mature, they undergo specific physiological changes to ensure the successful dispersal of the seed to new environments.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruit | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dennettia tripetala has 14 reported phytochemicals identified across 17 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, phenols, saponins, Benzylnitrile, Caryophyllene oxide.
- Total chemicals
- 14
- Scientific sources
- 17
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Benzylnitrile | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Caryophyllene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Humulene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Linalool | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eugenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glutaric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dennettia tripetala has 4 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Analgesic, Antihyperglycemic, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antihyperglycemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dennettia tripetala has 10 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Inflammation, Oxidative Stress, cough, dental diseases, fever.
- Total uses
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oxidative Stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dental diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| memory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nausea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| toothache | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |