Monimia rotundifolia
Monimia rotundifolia, commonly known as the Round-leaved Monimia, is a distinctive evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of West Africa. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, this plant is frequently utilized for its diverse medicinal properties, including its potential roles in treating inflammatory conditions and various localized skin ailments.
- Scientific name: Monimia rotundifolia
- Family: Monimiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Laurales, it is classified under the family Monimiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Monimia, and species name, Monimia rotundifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Monimiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Monimia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Monimia rotundifolia, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the round-leaved monimia. In French, the species is called monimia à feuilles rondes, while in Spanish, it is known as monimia de hojas redondas. Additionally, in Portuguese, it is referred to as monimia de folhas arredondadas.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant possesses a very specific and limited geographical range within the natural world. It is primarily found localized to the Western Indian Ocean region. More specifically, its documented presence is centered on the island of Réunion. This restricted distribution suggests that the species may rely on the unique environmental conditions found in this particular area. Consequently, understanding its habitat is essential for the conservation of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
Activities
Monimia rotundifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |