Leucas stachydiformis
Leucas stachydiformis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Leucas stachydiformis, is a significant medicinal shrub valued in traditional healing practices. Primarily found in tropical regions, this plant is celebrated for its diverse pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. It serves as a vital natural resource for treating various ailments in indigenous medicine.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Ballota Stachydiformis · Lasiocorys Stachydiformis · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Leucas stachydiformisSynonyms
- Ballota stachydiformis
- Lasiocorys stachydiformis
- Leucas stachydiformis var. argentea
- Leucas stachydiformis var. scioana
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Leucas, specifically as the species Leucas stachydiformis.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Leucas |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range within the African continent. Its presence is documented exclusively within the Northeast Tropical Africa region. Specifically, the distribution of Leucas stachydiformis is restricted to the territory of Ethiopia. This localized occurrence suggests that the species may be highly adapted to the particular environmental conditions found in this area. Consequently, the plant's habitat remains concentrated within these specific highland or lowland zones of Ethiopia.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Leucas stachyidiformis is characterized by its distinct growth form as an herb. In terms of its structural composition, the plant exhibits a non-woody nature, lacking the lignified tissues typical of more robust botanical species.
- Growth form :
- herb
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Leucas stachydiformis has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Caryophyllene oxide, Germacrene D, trans-Caryophyllene.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Caryophyllene oxide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Germacrene D | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trans-Caryophyllene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Caryophyllene oxide
- Journal of tropical medicine
Germacrene D
- Journal of tropical medicine
trans-Caryophyllene
- Journal of tropical medicine
Activities
Leucas stachydiformis has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Repellent.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Repellent | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Repellent
- Journal of tropical medicine