Dupineta multiflora

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Asterostoma multiflora
• Dissotis tristemmoides
• Dissotis multiflora
• Melastoma afzelianum
• Osbeckia liberica

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Myrtales and the family Melastomataceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is established within the genus Dupineta.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily located within the West Tropical Africa region. Specifically, its natural habitat extends across several key countries in this part of the continent. It can be found growing in the lush landscapes of Guinea and the Ivory Coast. Additionally, its distribution includes the territories of Liberia and Sierra Leone. Finally, the geographical range of this species is also confirmed within Nigeria.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Dupineta multiflora is characterized by its specific preference for colonization within forest gaps. These disturbed or open areas within a forest canopy provide the necessary shifts in microclimate, such as increased light availability and altered soil moisture levels, which are essential for its establishment and growth. By occupying these gaps, the species thrives in the transitional zones where sunlight can penetrate the forest floor, allowing it to compete effectively in the dynamic environment of forest succession.

Habitat :

in forest gaps

Morphology

The morphology of Dupineta multiflora is characterized by a non-woody, herbaceous growth form, functioning as a terrestrial plant that grows independently rather than as a parasite or epiphyte. This herb exhibits a self-supporting climbing habit, though it reaches a maximum plant height of approximately 1.22 meters.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

1.219214826 m

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Dupineta multiflora 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.

Leaf

1. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM

Chemicals

Dupineta multiflora has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Nimbolinin D.

Nimbolinin D

1. Journal of tropical medicine