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Dischistocalyx grandifolius

Dischistocalyx grandifolius · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Dischistocalyx grandifolius, scientifically known as Dischistocalyx grandifolius, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Valued in traditional herbalism, it possesses diverse therapeutic properties used to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological potential is essential for exploring its significant contributions to natural medicine.

Family
Not available
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Leaf
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Dischistocalyx grandifolius

Distribution

This plant is primarily found within the diverse ecosystems of West-Central Tropical Africa. Its natural range specifically includes the lush territories of Cameroon. Additionally, the species can be located throughout the Congo region. It is also known to inhabit the forested landscapes of Gabon. Therefore, its geographical distribution is concentrated within these specific central African nations.

Region Area
West-Central Tropical Africa Cameroon
West-Central Tropical Africa Congo
West-Central Tropical Africa Gabon

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Dischistocalyx grandifolius is characterized by its growth form as a herb, which is further defined by its non-woody nature. This lack of significant lignification distinguishes its structural development from more rigid, woody species, resulting in a soft-tissued plant body.

Growth form :
herb
Woodiness :
non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Dischistocalyx grandifolius has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Plant parts reported in Dischistocalyx grandifolius
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Leaf 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Leaf

  1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Preparations

Dischistocalyx grandifolius has 2 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include leaves and bark extracts, methanol extracts.

Preparations reported for Dischistocalyx grandifolius
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Leaves and bark extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Methanol extracts 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Leaves and bark extracts

  1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Methanol extracts

  1. SpringerPlus