Erythrina schliebenii
Erythrina schliebenii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Erythrina schliebenii, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to various African regions. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this species is utilized in traditional medicine to treat diverse ailments. Its unique phytochemical properties offer intriguing possibilities for modern pharmacological research and the development of new treatments.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Erythrina schliebeniiDistribution
This plant, known scientifically as Erythrina schliebenii, exhibits a very specific and localized geographical range. Its distribution is primarily confined to the regions of East Tropical Africa. Within this vast continental area, the species is documented to grow in Tanzania. This limited presence suggests that the plant thrives under specific environmental conditions found only in these locales. Consequently, its natural habitat remains concentrated within these particular East African territories.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Erythrina schliebenii is characterized by its growth form as a tree, exhibiting a robust and structural presence within its ecosystem. This species possesses a woody constitution, featuring a lignified stem and branching pattern that defines its permanent and perennial stature.
- Growth form :
- tree
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Erythrina schliebenii 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 root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
Conditions
Erythrina schliebenii has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include malaria.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Malaria | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Malaria
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine
- Journal of advanced pharmaceutical technology & research
Preparations
Erythrina schliebenii has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Ethanolic root extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ethanolic root extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ethanolic root extract
- BMC complementary and alternative medicine