Lantana ukambensis
Lantana ukambensis, commonly known as a valuable medicinal shrub, is an intriguing species within the Verbenaceae family. Found primarily in East African ecosystems, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Local communities utilize its unique properties to treat various ailments, offering a fascinating subject for pharmacological research and traditional healing.
- Scientific name: Lantana ukambensis
- Family: Verbenaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Lantana ukambensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Lamiales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Verbenaceae and the genus Lantana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Verbenaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lantana | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Lantana ukambensis, is found across specific regions of West Tropical Africa. Its geographical range includes the nation of Benin, where it grows within the local ecosystem. It is also documented to inhabit the territories of Burkina and Ghana. Furthermore, the species extends its distribution into Guinea-Bissau. Finally, the plant can be located within the borders of Guinea, completing its regional presence.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | 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 | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lantana ukambensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5,6,7,3',4',5'-hexamethoxyflavone, 5-hydroxy-6,7,3',4',5'-pentamethoxyflavone.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5,6,7,3',4',5'-hexamethoxyflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-hydroxy-6,7,3',4',5'-pentamethoxyflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lantana ukambensis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lantana ukambensis has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, acute T cell leukemia, acute myelogenous leukemia, chronic myelogenous leukemia, leishmania.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acute T cell leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acute myelogenous leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chronic myelogenous leukemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leishmania | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| parasitic diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |