Neltuma glandulosa
Neltuma glandulosa, commonly known as the glandular nettle, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique bioactive properties. Characterized by its distinctive glandular structures, this species plays a vital role in traditional healing practices, offering significant therapeutic potential in treating various inflammatory conditions and supporting overall holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Neltuma glandulosa
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized into the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Neltuma, specifically the species Neltuma glandulosa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Neltuma | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Neltuma glandulosa, exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct regions of the African continent. In Northern Africa, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of Libya. Moving toward West Tropical Africa, the species can be found in Guinea-Bissau and Mali. The plant's range also extends to the coastal and desert regions of Mauritania. Finally, its distribution continues southward into the territory of Nigeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Djibouti | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Eritrea | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia | WCVP |
Activities
Neltuma glandulosa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cardioprotective.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cardioprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |