Elionurus muticus
Elionurus muticus, commonly known as the "wild sunflower" in some regions, is a significant medicinal herb found in tropical environments. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from skin inflammations to gastrointestinal issues, showcasing its profound importance in ethnobotany.
- Scientific name: Elionurus muticus
- Family: Poaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Poales, it falls under the family Poaceae. Its taxonomic identity is further defined by its placement within the genus Elionurus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Poaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Elionurus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Elionuurus muticus, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the "Mutilated Eliouurus," while in Swahili, it is known as "Mti wa mchanga."| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known as Elionurus muticus, exhibits a specific distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence has been documented in the country of Benin, where it thrives in local ecosystems. The species also extends its range into Burkina Faso, contributing to the region's biodiversity. Furthermore, it can be found within the borders of Guinea-Bissau and the nation of Guinea. Finally, the geographical reach of this medicinal plant includes the territory of Ivory Coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Chemicals
Elionurus muticus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, geranial, neral.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| geranial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |