Maesa lanceolata
Maesa lanceolata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (40 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Maesa lanceolata, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often found in tropical regions, this species is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to treat inflammation and skin ailments. Its unique phytochemical profile continues to inspire modern pharmacological research and natural wellness.
- Family
- Primulaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf · Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Maesa lanceolataTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ericales, it is classified under the family Primulaceae. Its taxonomic identity is finalized within the genus Maesa, specifically as the species Maesa lanceolata.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Primulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Maesa | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Maeassa lanceolata, is primarily found throughout the West Tropical Africa region. Its documented distribution begins in the country of Guinea, where it grows in specific ecological niches. The species also extends its range into Ivory Coast and Liberia, covering significant portions of the West African coastline. Furthermore, its presence is recorded within the borders of Nigeria, representing a key part of its habitat. Finally, the plant's geographical reach is completed by its occurrence in Togo.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, Maesa lanceolata, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, most notably its distinctively shaped leaves. When prepared for traditional use, the single leaf or a collection of dried leaves is often employed to extract its healing essence. Beyond the foliage, the fruits and the seed also play important roles in the plant's biological lifecycle and potential therapeutic applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 7 sources) | ★★★★☆ |
| fruit | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Maesa lanceolata has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Steroids, Terpenoids, Dihydromaesanin, Maesanin, Maesasaponin I.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Steroids | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dihydromaesanin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Maesanin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Maesasaponin I | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Maesasaponin II | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SAPONIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Steroids
- Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology
- Pharmacological research
Terpenoids
- Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology
- Pharmacological research
Dihydromaesanin
- Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology
Maesanin
- Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology
Maesasaponin I
- Phytochemistry
Maesasaponin II
- Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology
SAPONIN
- Plant cell reports
Saponins
- Pharmacological research
Activities
Maesa lanceolata has 5 reported activities identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antimutagenic, Antiviral, Disinfectant, Hemolytic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimutagenic | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Disinfectant | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hemolytic | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Maesa lanceolata has 14 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Herpes simplex virus type 1, anthrax, asthma, backache, elephantiasis.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Herpes simplex virus type 1 | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anthrax | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| backache | Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| elephantiasis | Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gonorrhea | Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| herpes simplex | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| herpes simplex virus type 1 | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammatory bowel disease | Inflammopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's archives of pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Planta medica (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aqueous and ethanolic extracts | Pharmacological research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EtOH extracts | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MeOH extract | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MeOH extract of leaves | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acetone leaf extracts | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| agroinfiltrated leaves | Plant cell reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aqueous and hydro-alcoholic extracts of the leaves and fruits | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| crude acetone extracts | BMC complementary and alternative medicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dried leaves of Maesa lanceolata | Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |