Guettarda
Guettarda · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Guettarda, is a remarkable medicinal plant revered for its diverse therapeutic properties. Utilized extensively in traditional healing practices, it offers natural solutions for various ailments. Understanding its unique chemical composition and potential health benefits provides valuable insights into its role in holistic and integrative wellness.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Sardinia · Laugieria · 4 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
GuettardaSynonyms
- Sardinia
- Laugieria
- Edechia
- Cadamba
- Matthiola
- Dicrobotryum
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Semilla de terciopelo
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales, it is situated in the family Rubiaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Guettarda.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Guettarda |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide range of occurrence across several distinct tropical and subtropical regions. In East Tropical Africa, it can be found growing within the borders of Kenya and Tanzania. Its presence extends into South Tropical Africa, where it is specifically noted in Mozambique. Moving further south, the species is also distributed throughout the KwaZulu-Natal region of Southern Africa. Additionally, it inhabits the Western Indian Ocean, specifically on the island of Aldabra.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Western Indian Ocean | Aldabra |
| Western Indian Ocean | Chagos Archipelago |
| Western Indian Ocean | Comoros |
| Western Indian Ocean | Mozambique Channel Is. |
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar |
| Western Indian Ocean | Seychelles |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Guettarda has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cadambagenic acid, Cadambine, Cadamine, Quinovic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cadambagenic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cadambine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cadamine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quinovic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cadambagenic acid
- Pharmacognosy reviews
Cadambine
- Pharmacognosy reviews
Cadamine
- Pharmacognosy reviews
Quinovic acid
- Pharmacognosy reviews