Keetia multiflora
Keetia multiflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Keetia multiflora, scientifically known as Keetia multiflora, is a remarkable medicinal plant cherished in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to address various ailments. Understanding its unique bioactive compounds offers profound insights into its potential for modern pharmacological advancements and holistic wellness.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Canthium Multiflorum · Canthium Kitsoni · 2 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Keetia multifloraSynonyms
- Canthium multiflorum
- Canthium kitsoni
- Psychotria multiflora
- Pavetta smeathmanni
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianales, it is classified under the family Rubiaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Keetia, with the species name Keetia multiflora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Keetia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Keetia multiflora, is found across several distinct regions within West Tropical Africa. Its geographical range specifically includes the nation of Benin. Additionally, it can be located within the borders of Ghana. The species also extends its distribution to include Guinea and the Ivory Coast. Finally, its presence is documented within the territory of Liberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Keetia multiflora, possesses various therapeutic components distributed throughout its structure. The roots are often utilized in traditional medicinal practices for their specific chemical properties, while the aerial parts, which include the stems, leaves, and flowers, are also harvested for their bioactive compounds. Together, these distinct plant parts contribute to the overall medicinal profile of the species.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Keetia multiflora has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 10-O-Acetylgeniposidic acid, 5,6,7-Trimethoxycoumarin, 6,7-DIMETHOXYCOUMARIN, Hymexelsin, Tannins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 10-O-Acetylgeniposidic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5,6,7-Trimethoxycoumarin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 6,7-DIMETHOXYCOUMARIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hymexelsin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scopoletin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
10-O-Acetylgeniposidic acid
- Planta medica
5,6,7-Trimethoxycoumarin
- Planta medica
6,7-DIMETHOXYCOUMARIN
- Planta medica
Hymexelsin
- Planta medica
Tannins
- Pakistan journal of biological sciences : PJBS
scopoletin
- Planta medica
Activities
Keetia multiflora has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antiplasmodial.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Pakistan journal of biological sciences : PJBS (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiplasmodial | Pakistan journal of biological sciences : PJBS (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| crude extract | Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol extract | Pakistan journal of biological sciences : PJBS (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |