Homalium letestui
Homalium le-testui
Homalium leteustui, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant, holds a vital place in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this species is frequently utilized to treat various ailments. Exploring its phytochemical profile offers promising insights into developing new natural treatments for complex human health conditions.
- Scientific name: Homalium letestui
- Family: Salicaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Malpighiales, falling within the family Salicaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed by its designation under the genus Homalium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Salicaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Homalium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the common name Homalium le-testui in English, is a species recognized within its specific botanical classification.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Homalium le-testui | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Homalium leteustui, is primarily located within the West Tropical Africa region. Its specific geographical distribution includes several distinct countries across this part of the continent. Specifically, it can be found growing in Benin and Ghana. Furthermore, the species is present in Guinea-Bissau as well as Guinea. Finally, its range extends into the Ivory Coast, marking its presence in these diverse West African territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Homalia luteus, possesses various structural components that contribute to its biological profile, with the stem serving as a fundamental part of its anatomy. The stem provides the necessary structural support to hold the leaves and flowers aloft while acting as a vital conduit for transporting water and nutrients throughout the organism. In many medicinal contexts, the woody or herbaceous nature of the stem is a key feature of the plant's physical identity.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Homalium letestui has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antinociceptive, Aphrodisiac.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphrodisiac | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Homalium letestui has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria, stomach ulcer.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stomach ulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |