Ochna rhizomatosa
Ochna rhizomatosa, commonly known as a rhizomatous member of the Ochnaceae family, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Characterized by its unique root structure, this species is valued in traditional ethnobotany for its potential therapeutic properties and its significant role within its local ecosystem.
- Scientific name: Ochna rhizomatosa
- Family: Ochnaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, it is further categorized into the family Ochnaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Ochna.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Ochnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ochna | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Ochna rhizomatosa, exhibits a specific distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented in several key countries, including Benin and Burkina Faso. Furthermore, it can be found growing within the borders of Ghana and Guinea. The species also extends its range into the territory of the Ivory Coast. Consequently, its geographical footprint is concentrated within this particular part of the African continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ochna rhizomatosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Gerontoisoflavone A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gerontoisoflavone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ochna rhizomatosa has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV, malaria, sprains, wounds.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sprains | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |