Desmidorchis flava
Desmidorchis flava · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Desmidorchis flava, scientifically known as Desmidorchis flava, is a rare medicinal plant valued in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its unique chemical profile, it offers diverse therapeutic potential. Exploring its bioactive compounds provides vital insights into natural healing, making this species a significant subject for pharmacological research and botanical study.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Sap
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Crenulluma Flava · Ceropegia Flava · 1 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Desmidorchis flavus
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Desmidorchis flavaSynonyms
- Crenulluma flava
- Ceropegia flava
- Caralluma flava
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known as Desmidorchis flava, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Gentianaales and the family Apocynaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is completed by its placement in the genus Desmidorchis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Desmidorchis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Desmidorchis flava, exhibits a specific range within the Middle East. Its presence is documented across several key regions of the Arabian Peninsula. Specifically, it can be found throughout the various Gulf States located in this territory. The plant is also naturally distributed within the borders of Oman. Furthermore, its geographical reach extends into the southern part of the peninsula in Yemen.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Arabian Peninsula | Gulf States | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Oman | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Desmidorchis flava, is characterized by its unique botanical structure, though its medicinal applications are often tied to its internal fluids. While the plant consists of various vegetative components such as roots, stems, and leaves, the sap serves as a vital biological medium within its tissues. This sap transports essential nutrients and water throughout the organism, maintaining the physiological processes necessary for the plant's survival and its potential therapeutic properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| sap | Archives of pharmacal research (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Desmidorchis flava has 3 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Antinociceptive, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | Archives of pharmacal research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Archives of pharmacal research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Desmidorchis flava has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer, inflammation, ovarian cancer, pain.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | Archives of pharmacal research (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ovarian cancer | Bioorganic chemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| sap | Archives of pharmacal research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |