Lophira alata
Azobe
Lophira alata, commonly known as a versatile medicinal herb, holds significant value in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique therapeutic properties, this plant is utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from skin conditions to internal inflammations. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal potential is essential for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Lophira alata
- Family: Ochnaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Lophira alatata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malpighiales and the family Ochnacaceae. Its taxonomic hierarchy concludes with its designation in the genus Lophira.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Ochnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lophira | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Lophira alata, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Russian, it is called Лофира крылатая, while in French and Dutch, it is commonly known as Azobé. In Danish, it is called Jerntræ, and in Japanese, the plant is referred to as ボンゴシ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ru | Лофира крылатая | Wikidata |
| fr | Azobé | Wikidata |
| nl | Azobé | Wikidata |
| da | Jerntræ | Wikidata |
| ja | ボンゴシ | Wikidata |
| fi | siipibongossipuu | Wikidata |
| ln | Bokole | Wikidata |
| ha | Kujeme | Wikidata |
| arz | لوفيرا اتا | Wikidata |
| cs | lofira křídlatá | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Lophira alata, exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence has been documented across several distinct nations, including Benin and the Gambia. Furthermore, it can be found growing within the territories of Ghana and Guinea-Bissau. The species also extends its range into the country of Guinea. Together, these locations highlight the plant's importance to the tropical ecosystems of western Africa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | 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 | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Lophira alata, possesses various components that are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The root of the plant is often sought after for its traditional medicinal applications, while the leaves serve as a primary source of bioactive compounds. The bark is another significant part used in herbal preparations to harness its natural healing qualities. Furthermore, the leaf extract is frequently processed to concentrate these medicinal elements, making it a vital component in the development of botanical treatments.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leaf Extract | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Lophira alata has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include alatachalcone, flavonoids, lophirachalcone.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| alatachalcone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lophirachalcone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lophira alata has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, gastroenteritis, glioma, malaria, parasitemia.
- Total uses
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastroenteritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glioma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| parasitemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |