Gouania microcarpa var. microcarpa
Gouania microcarpa var. microcarpa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Gouania microcarpa var. microcarppa, is a medicinal plant native to West Africa. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this variety is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including digestive issues and inflammation. Its unique chemical profile makes it a significant subject for pharmacological research.
- Family
- Rhamnaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Gouania Brandisii · Gouania Integrifolia
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Gouania microcarpa var. microcarpaSynonyms
- Gouania brandisii
- Gouania integrifolia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, it is further categorized under the family Rhamnaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Gouania as the specific variety Gouania microcarpa var. microcarpa.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Gouania |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several regions within the Indian Subcontinent. It is documented to grow within the country of India and is also found in the state of Assam. Furthermore, its presence extends to the island nation of Sri Lanka. The species can also be located in the mountainous terrain of the West Himalaya. Beyond the Indian Subcontinent, its range reaches into the Indo-China region, specifically in Myanmar.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya |
| Indo-China | Myanmar |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Gouania microcarpa var. microcarpa has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Triterpenoid, resveratrol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Triterpenoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| resveratrol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Triterpenoid
- Natural product research
resveratrol
- Phytotherapy research : PTR
Preparations
Gouania microcarpa var. microcarpa has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanol extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Methanol extract
- Phytotherapy research : PTR