Macaranga schweinfurthii
Macaranga schweinfurthii, commonly known as a potent medicinal herb in various tropical regions, holds significant ethnobotanical value. Belonging to the Rubiaceae family, this plant is revered for its diverse therapeutic properties. Researchers study its bioactive compounds to unlock potential treatments for inflammation, infections, and other critical health conditions.
- Scientific name: Macaranga schweinfurthii
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Macaranga schweinfurthii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae and falls under the genus Macaranga.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Macaranga | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Macaranga schweinfurtii, is primarily located within the West Tropical Africa region. Its geographical presence is clearly established across several specific countries in this zone. For instance, it can be found growing in the territories of Benin and Burkina. The species also extends its range into the coastal and inland areas of Guinea and Ivory Coast. Finally, its distribution continues eastward into the nation of Nigeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
Chemicals
Macaranga schweinfurthii has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include schweinfurthin A, schweinfurthin I, schweinfurthin J.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| schweinfurthin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| schweinfurthin I | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| schweinfurthin J | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Macaranga schweinfurthii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antineoplastic, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antineoplastic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Macaranga schweinfurthii has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antineoplastic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antineoplastic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |