Ludwigia perennis
Ludwigia perennis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Extensive (180 studies) · ★★★★☆
Ludwigia perennis, scientifically known as Ludwigia perennis, is a perennial aquatic herb valued for its traditional medicinal properties. Often found in wetland habitats, this plant is utilized in various folk remedies to treat ailments ranging from skin irritations to digestive issues, offering unique phytochemical benefits for holistic wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ludwigia perennisDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented within the borders of Benin, where it thrives in local ecosystems. The species also extends into the territories of Burkina and the Ivory Coast. Furthermore, its habitat reaches as far as Mali and Mauritania. Together, these locations define the known range of this medicinal species throughout the West African landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ludwigia perennis has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Kaempferol 3-O-glucoside, Quercetin 3-O-glucoside, betulinic acid, quercetin, quercetin 3-O-galactoside.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Kaempferol 3-O-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Quercetin 3-O-glucoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| betulinic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin 3-O-galactoside | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Kaempferol 3-O-glucoside
- Dr. Duke
Quercetin 3-O-glucoside
- Dr. Duke
betulinic acid
- Dr. Duke
quercetin
- Dr. Duke
quercetin 3-O-galactoside
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Ludwigia perennis has 162 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include 11B-HSD-Inhibitor, 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor, ATPase-Inhibitor, Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 11B-HSD-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-Lipoxygenase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ATPase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anthelmintic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCrohn's | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |