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Erythroxylum monogynum

Erythroxylum monogynum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (49 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Erythroxylum monogynum, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Belonging to the Erythroxylaceae family, this species is recognized for its unique phytochemical profile. Researchers study its bioactive compounds to explore potential therapeutic applications in pharmacology, particularly for its diverse biological properties.

Family
Not available
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Leaf
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Erythroxylum monogynum

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, it is commonly found throughout the diverse landscapes of India. Its presence also extends to the neighboring territory of Bangladesh. Furthermore, the species can be identified growing in various parts of Sri Lanka. Finally, its range reaches into the Indo-China region, specifically within Myanmar.

Region Area Source
Indian Subcontinent Bangladesh WCVP
Indian Subcontinent India WCVP
Indian Subcontinent Sri Lanka WCVP
Indo-China Myanmar WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Erythroxylum monogynum, is primarily utilized in traditional medicinal practices through its leaf. The leaves serve as the main therapeutic component, often being prepared in various ways to harness their bioactive properties for health treatments.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaf Parasitology research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Erythroxylum monogynum has 16 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,4,5-Trimethoxycinnamate, 3alpha-(3,4,5-Trimethoxybenzoyloxy)tropane, Bisabolene, CADINENE, CAPRIC ACID.

Chemicals reported in Erythroxylum monogynum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
3,4,5-Trimethoxycinnamate 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
3alpha-(3,4,5-Trimethoxybenzoyloxy)tropane 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Bisabolene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CADINENE 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CAPRIC ACID 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Erythroxylol A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Erythroxylol A acetate epoxide 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Erythroxylol A epoxide 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Erythroxylol B 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Erythroxytriol P 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

3,4,5-Trimethoxycinnamate

  1. Dr. Duke

3alpha-(3,4,5-Trimethoxybenzoyloxy)tropane

  1. Dr. Duke

Bisabolene

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CADINENE

  1. Dr. Duke

CAPRIC ACID

  1. Dr. Duke

Erythroxylol A

  1. Dr. Duke

Erythroxylol A acetate epoxide

  1. Dr. Duke

Erythroxylol A epoxide

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Erythroxylol B

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Erythroxytriol P

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Activities

Erythroxylum monogynum has 30 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anesthetic, Anorexic, Antiarrhythmic, Antibacterial, Antiepistactic.

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Anesthetic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Anorexic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antiarrhythmic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antibacterial Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antiepistactic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antifeedant Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Arterioconstrictor Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
CNS-Stimulant Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Cardiotonic Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Convulsant Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Erythroxylum monogynum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
Plasmodium falciparum Parasitology research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆