Dracaena ombet subsp. schizantha
Dracaena ombet subsp. schizantha · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dracaena ombet subsp. schizantha, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to the arid regions of Namibia and Angola. Highly valued in traditional ethnobotany, this resilient succulent provides various therapeutic applications, offering significant potential for pharmacological research into treating diverse ailments within indigenous communities.
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Draco Schizantha · Dracaena Rhabdophylla · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dracaena ombet subsp. schizanthaSynonyms
- Draco schizantha
- Dracaena rhabdophylla
- Dracaena schizantha
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asparagales, it falls into the family Asparagaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Dracaena, where it is recognized as the subspecies schizantha.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Dracaena |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a specific subspecies of the Dracaena genus found within the Northeast Tropical Africa region. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the country of Ethiopia. Additionally, its geographical range extends into the neighboring territory of Somalia. These specific locations define the limited area where the species can be found growing in the wild. Consequently, its distribution is strictly tied to these two distinct African nations.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Dracaena ombet subsp. schizantha has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology