Ludwigia octovalvis octovalvis

Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis · Accepted scientific name

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Ludwigia octovalvis octovalvis, scientifically known as Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis, is a versatile perennial herb widely utilized in traditional medicine. Found in tropical wetlands, this plant is prized for its potent bioactive compounds, offering therapeutic benefits for skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues across various global healing practices.

Family
Onagraceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Ludwigia Octovalvis Octovalvis
Scientific synonyms
Ludwigia Pubescens Var. Linearifolia · Jussiaea Suffruticosa Var. Scabra · 67 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, taxonomically identified as Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Myrtales. Finally, it is a member of the family Onagraceae and is situated within the genus Ludwigia.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Myrtales
Family Onagraceae
Genus Ludwigia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the West-Central Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing in the country of Burundi, extending its range across various territories. The species is also documented in the Cabinda enclave and throughout the Central African Republic. Furthermore, its presence continues through the nation of Congo. Finally, the geographical reach of this subspecies includes the forested areas of Gabon.

Region Area
West-Central Tropical Africa Burundi
West-Central Tropical Africa Cabinda
West-Central Tropical Africa Central African Republic
West-Central Tropical Africa Congo
West-Central Tropical Africa Gabon
West-Central Tropical Africa Gulf of Guinea Is.
West-Central Tropical Africa DR Congo
East Tropical Africa Tanzania
South Tropical Africa Angola
South Tropical Africa Malawi

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include betulinic acid, quercetin.

Chemicals reported in Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
betulinic acid 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
quercetin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

betulinic acid

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quercetin

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Activities

Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis has 18 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anthelmintic, AntiHIV, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Anticarcinomic.

Activities reported in Ludwigia octovalvis subsp. octovalvis
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anthelmintic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
AntiHIV 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anticancer 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anticarcinomic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiedemic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiinflammatory 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antileukemic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antimalarial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antimelanomic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anthelmintic

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AntiHIV

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Antibacterial

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Anticancer

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Anticarcinomic

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Antiedemic

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Antiinflammatory

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Antileukemic

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Antimalarial

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Antimelanomic

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