double-claw
Ibicella lutea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Double-claw, scientifically known as Ibicella lutea, is a remarkable medicinal plant celebrated for its potent healing properties. Found primarily in tropical regions, this vibrant species contains unique bioactive compounds used in traditional remedies to treat inflammation and skin ailments, offering a natural approach to modern holistic wellness and recovery.
Names
Common Names
- double-claw
- pumpkinvine
- unicorn-plant
- yellow-flower devil's-claw
- Yellow Devil's Claw
- Yellow Martynia
- Yellow Unicorn-plant
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Ibicella
- Cuerno del diablo
German:
- Gelbe Einhornpflanze
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ibicella luteaSynonyms
- Proboscidea lutea
- Martynia lutea var. nelsoniana
- Martynia lutea
- Martynia nelsoniana
- Martynia montevidensis
- Ibicella nelsoniana
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Lamiales and the family Martyniaceae. Finally, its specific classification is defined by the genus Ibicella.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Martyniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ibicella | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across several European regions. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing in Austria, Germany, and Belgium. Its presence extends into Southwestern Europe, where it is documented in France. Additionally, the species inhabits the island of Sardegna within the same southwestern territory. Together, these locations highlight the varied habitats where the plant thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ibicella lutea has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,3-Diacetyl-24-epi-polacandrin, 3-Acetyl-24-epi-polacandrin, Docosanoic acid, EICOSANOIC ACID, apigenin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 1,3-Diacetyl-24-epi-polacandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-Acetyl-24-epi-polacandrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Docosanoic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EICOSANOIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
1,3-Diacetyl-24-epi-polacandrin
- Journal of natural products
3-Acetyl-24-epi-polacandrin
- Journal of natural products
Docosanoic acid
- Phytochemistry
EICOSANOIC ACID
- Phytochemistry
apigenin
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| glandular trichome exudates | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |