Lindackeria dentata
Lindackeria dentata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Lindackeria dentata, scientifically known as Lindackeria dentata, is a significant medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this species contains bioactive compounds believed to possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, offering promising potential for pharmacological research and natural wellness treatments worldwide.
- Family
- Achariaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Oncoba Dentata · Lindackeria Dentata Var. Salicifolia · 1 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lindackeria dentataSynonyms
- Oncoba dentata
- Lindackeria dentata var. salicifolia
- Lindackeria caillei
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Lindackeria dentata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Achariaceae and is categorized under the genus Lindackeria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Achariaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lindackeria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Lindackeria dentata, is primarily found within the region of West Tropical Africa. Its natural range extends across several specific countries located in this part of the continent. Specifically, it can be located in the nation of Benin as well as in Ghana. The species also inhabits the territories of Guinea and Ivory Coast. Furthermore, its geographical distribution includes the country 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 | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Lindackeria dentata, utilizes its leaves as a primary component for its medicinal properties. These leaves are characterized by their distinctively serrated or "toothed" margins, which give the species its specific name. In various traditional applications, the leaves are often collected and processed to extract bioactive compounds believed to offer therapeutic benefits.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Lindackeria dentata has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Epivolkenin, Taraktophyllin, uridine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Epivolkenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Taraktophyllin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| uridine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Epivolkenin
- Planta medica
Taraktophyllin
- Planta medica
uridine
- Planta medica
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |