Grewia bilamellata
Grewia bilobella, commonly known as the White Grewia, is a versatile medicinal plant native to various African regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, its leaves, bark, and roots are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from digestive issues to inflammatory conditions, offering significant pharmacological potential.
- Scientific name: Grewia bilamellata
- Family: Malvaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered as Malvales and falls under the family Malvaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Grewia, specifically as the species Grewia bilamellata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Grewia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Grewia belaemellata, is referred to by various common names depending on the regional language. In English, it is often called the white gum bush, while in Swahili, it is known as mnyonje. In the local languages of Africa, it is also identified by the names mnyonje (Swahili), mnyonje (Chichewa), and mnyonje (Shona).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the tropical regions of Asia. Its distribution is notably documented across the Indo-China peninsula, particularly within the borders of Vietnam. Furthermore, the species extends its reach into the Malesia region. Within this area, it can be found growing in the Philippines. Consequently, its presence is localized to these distinct Southeast Asian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Grewia bela mellata, possesses various components that are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The medicinal value of the species can be found in the twigs and stems, which are often employed in traditional formulations to treat various ailments. Additionally, the dried leaves are frequently harvested and processed to create decoctions or powders used in herbal remedies.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| twigs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dried leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Grewia bilamellata has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,6-dimethoxy-1-acetonylquinol, 2alpha,3beta-dihydroxy-olean-12-en-28-oic acid, 3alpha,20-lupandiol, bilagrewin, ciwujiatone.
- Total chemicals
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2,6-dimethoxy-1-acetonylquinol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 2alpha,3beta-dihydroxy-olean-12-en-28-oic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3alpha,20-lupandiol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bilagrewin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ciwujiatone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cleomiscosin D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daucosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| grewin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nitidanin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Grewia bilamellata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |