Leptoderris micrantha
Leptoderris micrantha · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Leptoderris micrantha, is a significant medicinal herb valued in traditional healing practices. Often found in tropical regions, this plant is recognized for its diverse therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities. It serves as a vital natural resource for treating various ailments in folk medicine.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Leptoderris micranthaSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further categorized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Leptoderris.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Leptoderris |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Leptoderris micrantha, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is well-documented within the borders of Benin and Ghana. Furthermore, the species can be found growing throughout the territory of Ivory Coast. It is also widely distributed across the landscape of Nigeria. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal plant extends to Sierra Leone.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Leptoderis micrantha is characterized by its specialized growth habits and structural composition. This plant functions primarily as a climber, manifesting as a liana or vine that utilizes surrounding structures for support rather than being strictly self-supporting. In terms of its broader growth form, it can be categorized within the woody plant spectrum, often exhibiting the structural characteristics of a shrub or subshrub. Furthermore, the plant is distinctly woody in nature, possessing a lignified structure that distinguishes it from non-woody or herbaceous species.
- Climber :
- liana
- Growth form :
- shrub
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Leptoderris micrantha has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Anthraquinones, Cardiac Glycosides, Flavonoids, Saponins, Steroids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anthraquinones | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardiac Glycosides | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anthraquinones
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Cardiac Glycosides
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Flavonoids
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Saponins
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Steroids
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Tannins
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine