Heinsia crinita subsp. crinita
Heinsia crinita subsp. crinita, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub in Southern Africa, holds profound ethnobotanical value. Frequently utilized in traditional healing practices, this subspecies is prized for its therapeutic properties. It is often employed to treat various ailments, showcasing the rich biodiversity and pharmacological potential of indigenous flora.
- Scientific name: Heinsia crinita subsp. crinita
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Gentianaales and the family Rubiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is completed by its classification under the genus Heinsia, specifically as the subspecies Heinsia crinita subsp. crinita.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Heinsia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the region of West Tropical Africa. Its presence has been documented within the borders of Ghana and Guinea. Furthermore, it can be found growing in the Ivory Coast and Liberia. The geographical range also extends into the nation of Nigeria. Consequently, this subspecies is concentrated within these specific West African territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
Activities
Heinsia crinita subsp. crinita has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antispasmodic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antispasmodic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |