Limeum pterocarpum
Limeum pterocarpum, commonly known as winged bladderwort, is a fascinating aquatic medicinal herb found in marshy habitats. Renowned in traditional medicine, it possesses significant diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. This small, floating plant offers valuable therapeutic potential for managing various ailments, making it a subject of botanical interest.
- Scientific name: Limeum pterocarpum
- Family: Limeaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Limeum pterocarpum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Caryophyllales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Limeaceae and is categorized under the genus Limeum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Limeaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Limeum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Limeum pterocarpum, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the winged-fruit limeum, while in Malay, it is known as kili-kili. In Chinese, the plant is identified as xing ye, and in Indonesian, it is called limium.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known as Limeum pterocarpum, exhibits a specific distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing in the various landscapes of Burkina. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit parts of Mali and Mauritania. Its presence also extends into the territory of Nigeria. Finally, the geographical range includes the country of Niger.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
Chemicals
Limeum pterocarpum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Limeum pterocarpum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include diarrhea, infectious diseases.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |