Dolichopentas longiflora
Dolichopentas longiflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (21 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dolichopentas longiflora, is a fascinating medicinal plant prized in traditional healing practices. Characterized by its distinct long-flowered structure, this species holds significant ethnobotanical value. Researchers continue to explore its bioactive compounds, investigating its potential therapeutic applications for treating various ailments and supporting holistic wellness.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Roots · Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Neurocarpaea Longiflora · Pentas Longiflora · 2 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dolichopentas longifloraSynonyms
- Neurocarpaea longiflora
- Pentas longiflora
- Pentas longiflora f. glabrescens
- Pentas longiflora var. nyassana
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianaales, it is classified under the family Rubiaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Dolichopentas, with the species name longiflora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dolichopentas | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the diverse landscapes of the African continent. Within the region of West-Central Tropical Africa, its presence has been documented in Burundi, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Additionally, its range extends into the East Tropical Africa region. In this eastern territory, the species can be found inhabiting parts of Kenya and Tanzania. Consequently, the geographical footprint of Dolichopentas longiflora spans multiple ecological zones across both central and eastern Africa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Dolichopentas longiflora, utilizes various anatomical structures to support its biological functions and medicinal potential. The roots serve as a vital foundation, anchoring the plant into the soil while facilitating the absorption of essential water and nutrients necessary for its growth. Above the ground, the leaves are prominent features, acting as the primary sites for photosynthesis to convert sunlight into energy. Both the roots and the leaves are of significant interest in ethnobotany, as they often contain the specific bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's therapeutic properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Dolichopentas longiflora has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Pentalongin, 3-Hydroxymollugin, 3-Methoxymollugin, Luteolin-7-rutinoside, Mollugin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Pentalongin | Fitoterapia (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-Hydroxymollugin | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-Methoxymollugin | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Luteolin-7-rutinoside | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mollugin | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Psychorubrin | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tectoquinone | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| clarinoside | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Dolichopentas longiflora has 2 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Cytotoxic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dolichopentas longiflora has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hyperpigmentation, skin diseases.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hyperpigmentation | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin diseases | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ethyl acetate extract | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dichloromethane extract | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethylacetate leaves extract | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexane extract | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves extracts | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves n-hexane extract | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots ethyl acetate extract | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |