Neltuma velutina
Neltuma velutina · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Neltuma velutinina, scientifically known as Neltuma velutina, is a rare medicinal botanical prized for its unique therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional herbalism, this velvet-textured plant offers potent bioactive compounds. Exploring its phytochemical profile reveals significant potential for treating inflammatory conditions, making it a subject of intense pharmacological interest.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Neltuma velutinaDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents. In Southern Africa, it can be found throughout the Cape Provinces, the Free State, and the Northern Provinces. Its presence extends across the ocean to the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within India. Additionally, the species has established itself in Australia, notably in New South Wales. This wide-ranging occurrence highlights the adaptable nature of its natural habitat.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces |
| Southern Africa | Free State |
| Southern Africa | Northern Provinces |
| Indian Subcontinent | India |
| Australia | New South Wales |
| Australia | Northern Territory |
| Australia | Queensland |
| Australia | Victoria |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | California |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Neltuma velutina has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Preparations
Neltuma velutina has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanol and distilled water extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol and distilled water extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Methanol and distilled water extracts
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)