Isodon
Isodon, commonly known as the "Blackwood" or "Isodon," is a rare medicinal plant prized for its unique therapeutic properties. Traditionally used in various folk medicine practices, its bark and wood are studied for potential healing benefits, offering a fascinating glimpse into the profound connection between botanical diversity and wellness.
- Scientific name: Isodon
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under 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 geographical range that spans from temperate regions to tropical climates. In Middle Europe, its presence is specifically noted within Germany. Moving into West Tropical Africa, the species can be found in Guinea, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone. Additionally, its distribution extends into West-Central Tropical Africa, where it is located in Burundi. Together, these locations highlight the varied environmental adaptability of the Isodon species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Isodon has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flexicaulin A, gibberellin, lasiokaurin, longikaurin A, maoecrystal B.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flexicaulin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gibberellin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lasiokaurin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| longikaurin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| maoecrystal B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oridonin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Isodon has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Isodon has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include colorectal carcinoma, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, triple-negative breast cancer.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| colorectal carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nasopharyngeal carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triple-negative breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |