Ochradenus baccatus
Ochradenus baccatus, commonly known as Golden Root, is a revered medicinal plant celebrated for its potent antioxidant properties. Traditionally used in holistic healing, it supports immune function and combats inflammation. This versatile botanical offers a natural approach to wellness, making it a cornerstone in various ancient herbal remedies.
- Scientific name: Ochradenus baccatus
- Family: Resedaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Brassicales and the family Resedaceae. Finally, the species is identified by its genus, Ochradenus, and its specific name, baccatus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Brassicales | WCVP |
| Family | Resedaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ochradenus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Ochradenus baccatus, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the African continent. In Northern Africa, it can be found growing within the territories of Egypt and Libya. Its presence extends into Northeast Tropical Africa as well. Specifically, the species inhabits the lands of Chad, Djibouti, and Eritrea. Together, these locations define the primary geographical range for this medicinal plant.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Djibouti | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Eritrea | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ochradenus baccatus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, fatty acids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ochradenus baccatus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ochradenus baccatus has 8 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Alzheimer's disease, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella typhimurium.
- Total uses
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Enterococcus faecalis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Salmonella typhimurium | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus epidermidis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus saprophyticus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Streptococcus salivarius | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |