Habropetalum dawei
Habropetalum dawei, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in traditional ethnobotany, is a species valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Found in specific tropical habitats, this plant is researched for its bioactive compounds, which offer potential applications in treating various ailments and advancing modern pharmacological developments and treatments.
- Scientific name: Habropetalum dawei
- Family: Dioncophyllaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Habropetalum dawei, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Caryophyllales. It is further distinguished by its placement in the family Dioncophyllaceae and the genus Habropetalum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Dioncophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Habropetalum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Habrophyllum dawei, exhibits a highly specific and limited geographical distribution. According to botanical records, its presence is documented within the West Tropical Africa region. Specifically, the species can be found growing in the territory of Sierra Leone. This restricted range suggests that the plant may be endemic to certain localized ecosystems within that area. Consequently, understanding its specific habitat in Sierra Leone is essential for its conservation and study.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
Chemicals
Habropetalum dawei has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include habropetaline A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| habropetaline A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Habropetalum dawei has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |