lidpod
Operculina · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Lidpod, scientifically known as Operculina, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Traditionally used in various healing practices, it offers significant bioactive compounds that support overall wellness. Understanding its unique botanical characteristics and traditional applications reveals its profound potential in natural medicine and holistic health.
- Family
- Convolvulaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Lidpod
- Scientific synonyms
- Piptostegia · Turpethum · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- lidpod
Scientific Names
Accepted name
OperculinaSynonyms
- Piptostegia
- Turpethum
- Nemanthera
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Solanales and the family Convolvulaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identification is within the genus Operculina.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Genus | Operculina |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several regions across the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in the nations of Ghana, Guinea, and Togo. Moving toward the horn of Africa, it can also be found in the Northeast Tropical region of Somalia. Furthermore, its range extends into East Tropical Africa, specifically within the borders of Kenya. These varied locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in different tropical environments.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe |
| Western Indian Ocean | Comoros |
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Operculina 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 root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Activities
Operculina has 3 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Laxative, Purgative.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Laxative | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Purgative | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Laxative
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Purgative
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Medicinal Uses
Operculina has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include bowel movements.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| bowel movements | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |