Haematostaphis barteri
Haematostaphis barteri, commonly known as the blood-flow plant, is a medicinal species valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Traditionally used in folk medicine to treat circulatory issues and inflammatory conditions, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Exploring its bioactive compounds provides vital insights into natural healing and pharmacological development.
- Scientific name: Haematostaphis barteri
- Family: Anacardiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized into the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Anacardiaceae and is identified by the genus Haematostachis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Anacardiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Haematostaphis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Haematostachys barteri, is found across several specific regions within West Tropical Africa. Its distribution includes the country of Benin, where it grows within the local ecosystem. It is also documented to occur in Burkina Faso, expanding its range across the sub-region. Furthermore, the species is present in Ghana and the Ivory Coast, contributing to its regional presence. Finally, its geographical footprint extends into Nigeria, marking it as a significant plant in this part of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
Chemicals
Haematostaphis barteri has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, stilbenes.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stilbenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |