Isodon sculponeatus
Isodon sculponeatus, commonly known as الماس (Mas) or African Masur, is a significant medicinal tree native to West Africa. Renowned for its potent pharmacological properties, its bark and wood are traditionally utilized to treat various ailments, including skin infections, inflammation, and gastrointestinal issues, offering vast therapeutic potential.
- Scientific name: Isodon sculponeatus
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Isodon sculponeatus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Isodon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Isodon | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of locations across various regions in Asia. Within China, its presence is noted in the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast territories. Furthermore, the species can be found growing in the high-altitude terrain of Tibet. Beyond the Chinese borders, it also extends into the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, the plant is documented to occur naturally within Nepal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
Chemicals
Isodon sculponeatus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Compound 5.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Compound 5 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |