Erythrina vogelii
Erythrina vogelii, commonly known as a medicinal legume, is a significant plant species utilized in traditional healing practices. Primarily found in tropical regions, it is valued for its diverse pharmacological properties. Research focuses on its bioactive compounds, which may offer potential therapeutic benefits for treating various inflammatory and metabolic conditions.
- Scientific name: Erythrina vogelii
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, specifically as a member of the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Erythrina and the species Erythrina vogelii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Erythrina | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Erythrina vogelii, is known by various local names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Vogel's coral tree, while in Portuguese, it is known as coralete. In Spanish, the species is identified as coralito.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Erythrina vogelii, is primarily found within the diverse ecosystems of West Tropical Africa. Its natural range encompasses several key nations across this vibrant region. Specifically, the species can be located in the coastal and inland areas of Benin and Ghana. Furthermore, its distribution extends into the territories of Ivory Coast and Togo. Finally, the plant is also documented to grow within the borders of Nigeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Erythrina vogelii, is a medicinal species where specific anatomical components are utilized for their therapeutic properties. Among the various elements of the plant, the root bark is particularly significant in traditional pharmacological applications. This part of the plant contains bioactive compounds that are extracted to treat various ailments, making the root bark a vital component in the preparation of medicinal remedies derived from this species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Erythrina vogelii has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include carpachromene, euchrenone b10, ficuisoflavone, isochandalon, isoderrone.
- Total chemicals
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| carpachromene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| euchrenone b10 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ficuisoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isochandalon | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoderrone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isolupalbigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salvigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scandenone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vogelin D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vogelin E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Erythrina vogelii has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Gram-positive bacteria, fungi.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gram-positive bacteria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fungi | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |