Ganophyllum giganteum
Ganophyllum giganteum, commonly known as the giant Ganophyllum, is a significant medicinal plant native to Southeast Asian rainforests. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, this woody species is traditionally utilized to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and various infections, offering immense potential for modern drug development and natural therapeutics.
- Scientific name: Ganophyllum giganteum
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Sapindaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Ganophyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapindaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ganophyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the West-Central Tropical Africa region. Its geographical distribution includes several specific countries located throughout this tropical zone. Specifically, it can be identified in the Central African Republic and Cameroon. The species also inhabits the vast territories of Congo and Gabon. Finally, its presence is documented within the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
Activities
Ganophyllum giganteum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |