Neustanthus phaseoloides
Neustanthus phaseoloides, commonly known as "Maguey de monte" or "Gualanday," is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is traditionally utilized to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and respiratory issues, offering significant therapeutic potential in both folk medicine and modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Neustanthus phaseoloides
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically categorized under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is a member of the Fabaceae family. Finally, it is classified under the genus Neustanthus, with its specific species name being phaseoloides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Neustanthus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Neustanthus phaseoloides, is recognized by various regional common names across different languages. In Swedish, it is referred to as Pueraria phaseoloides, while in Chinese (both in traditional and simplified forms, zh and zh-hans) it is called 三裂叶葛藤. In Malayalam, the plant is known as തോട്ടപ്പയർ, and in Japanese, it is identified as クズインゲン.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| sv | Pueraria phaseoloides | Wikidata |
| zh | 三裂叶葛藤 | Wikidata |
| ml | തോട്ടപ്പയർ | Wikidata |
| ja | クズインゲン | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 三裂叶葛藤 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 三裂叶葛藤 | Wikidata |
| zh | 草葛 | Wikidata |
| zh | 三裂叶野葛 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Neustanthus phaseoloide, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing within the borders of Benin. Additionally, its presence is documented in the nation of Ghana. The species also inhabits various areas throughout Guinea and the Ivory Coast. Finally, its geographical range extends into Liberia, completing its regional coverage.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Neustanthus phaseoloides, possesses several distinct anatomical structures that contribute to its biological functions. The vegetative growth is supported by sturdy petioles that connect the expansive leaf blades to the main stem, ensuring efficient light capture. Below the surface, the plant develops a complex system of roots to anchor itself and absorb essential nutrients from the soil. Notably, the presence of hairy roots can be observed, which increases the surface area for moisture absorption and helps the plant thrive in its specific environmental niche.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| petioles | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hairy roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Neustanthus phaseoloides has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Hypotensive, Hypothermic, Spasmolytic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Hypotensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypothermic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Spasmolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |