Dioncophyllum thollonii
Dioncophyllum thollonii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dioncophyllum thollonii, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Commonly called "Arnica-da-Bahia," it is highly valued in traditional medicine for its potent anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, frequently used in topical preparations to treat bruises, swelling, and muscle aches.
- Family
- Dioncophyllaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dioncophyllum tholloniiRegional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Dioncophyllum
- Dioncophyllum tholloni
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Dioncophyllaceae, falling under the genus Dioncophyllum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Dioncophyllaceae |
| Genus | Dioncophyllum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the specific ecological zones of West-Central Tropical Africa. Its documented geographical presence includes the vast forested regions of the Congo. Additionally, this species can be located within the borders of Gabon. These two nations represent the core areas where the plant's natural habitat is established. Consequently, its distribution is closely tied to the tropical landscapes of this particular African region.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Dioncophyllum thollonii is characterized by its growth habit as a liana, functioning as a climbing vine that utilizes surrounding structures for support rather than being self-supporting. This climbing mechanism is classified as obligatory, meaning the plant relies on external substrates to ascend and reach light. Regarding its structural composition, the woodiness of the plant is variable, exhibiting different levels of lignification depending on the specific growth stage or environmental conditions.
- Climber :
- liana
- Climber :
- obligatory
- Woodiness :
- variable
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Dioncophyllum thollonii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Dioncophylline E.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Dioncophylline E | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Dioncophylline E
- Phytochemistry
Conditions
Dioncophyllum thollonii has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Plasmodium falciparum.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Plasmodium falciparum
- Phytochemistry