Endodesmia calophylloides
Endodesmia calophylloides, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in various tropical regions, possesses remarkable therapeutic potential. Belonging to the Rubiaceae family, this species is valued for its bioactive compounds. Research highlights its traditional uses in treating inflammation and infections, offering promising insights into modern pharmacological applications and herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Endodesmia calophylloides
- Family: Calophyllaceae
- 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 Malpighiales, it is further categorized into the family Calophyllaceae. Its specific scientific classification is completed within the genus Endodesmia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Calophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Endodesmia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Endodesmia calophylloides, is known by various regional common names depending on the linguistic context of its native habitat. In Spanish, it is frequently referred to as mático, while in Portuguese, it is commonly called mático or mático-do-campo. These names reflect its traditional use and widespread recognition across different parts of South America.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution primarily concentrated within the tropical regions of Africa. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in Nigeria. Moving into West-Central Tropical Africa, it can be found across several distinct nations. Specifically, the species is located in Cabinda, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic. Finally, its range extends into the Congo, completing its regional footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Equatorial Guinea | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Endodesmia calophylloides has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Endodesmia calophylloides has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Endodesmia calophylloides has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |