Erythroxylum laurifolium
Erythroxylum laurifolium · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Erythroxylum laurifolium, is a significant medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Belonging to the Erythroxylaceae family, it is highly valued in traditional medicine for its diverse pharmacological properties. Researchers study this species for its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in treating various ailments and managing pain.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Erythroxylum laurifoliumDistribution
This plant, known scientifically as Erythroxylum laurifolium, possesses a specific and limited geographical range. It is primarily located within the diverse ecosystems of the Western Indian Ocean. Specifically, its distribution includes the island nation of Mauritius. Additionally, the species can be found growing on the island of Réunion. These two locations represent the documented extent of its natural habitat in this oceanic region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
Chemicals
Erythroxylum laurifolium has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cinnamoylcocaine, beta-Cocaine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cinnamoylcocaine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-Cocaine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |