Elaeis oleifera
Elaeis oleifera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (35 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Elaeis oleifera, is a versatile medicinal plant belonging to the Arecaceae family. Often referred to as the African oil palm, it offers significant therapeutic potential. Rich in bioactive compounds, its various parts are traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat inflammation and support overall wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Elaeis oleiferaDistribution
This plant exhibits a distinct geographical range spanning across several regions of Central and South America. In Central America, its presence is documented within the borders of Costa Rica and Honduras. It also grows naturally throughout the territories of Nicaragua and Panamá. Moving into Northern South America, the distribution extends into the region of French Guiana. Together, these locations define the specific tropical habitats where the species can be found.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Elaeis oleifera has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Arachidic acid, FAT, Hexadecenoic acid, SFA, linolenic acid.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Arachidic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FAT | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hexadecenoic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SFA | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| linolenic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| palmitic acid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Elaeis oleifera has 26 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allergenic, Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor, Anemiagenic, Antialopecic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5-Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anemiagenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialopecic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiandrogenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifibrinolytic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileukotriene-D4 | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |