Orbivestus leopoldi
Orbivestus leopoldi · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Orbivestus leopoldi, scientifically known as Orbivestus leopoldi, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, it contains bioactive compounds believed to support wellness. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological potential is essential for exploring its significant role in natural medicine.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cyanopis Leopoldi · Vernonia Leopoldi · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Orbivestus leopoldiSynonyms
- Cyanopis leopoldi
- Vernonia leopoldi
- Cacalia leopoldi
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Orbivestus leopoldi, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified within the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and is situated within the genus Orbivestus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Orbivestus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across parts of Northeast Tropical Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. In the Northeast Tropical African region, Orbivestus leopoldi can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Djibouti and Ethiopia. Moving westward into the Arabian Peninsula, its range extends into the territory of Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Yemen. Consequently, its geographical presence is concentrated within these specific arid and semi-arid zones.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Djibouti |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Orbivestus leopoldi has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Vernolepin, Vernomenin, apigenin, eriodyctiol, luteolin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Vernolepin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vernomenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eriodyctiol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Vernolepin
- Toxicology reports
Vernomenin
- Toxicology reports
apigenin
- Toxicology reports
eriodyctiol
- Toxicology reports
luteolin
- Toxicology reports
Activities
Orbivestus leopoldi has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- Toxicology reports
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| crude extracts | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ethyl acetate fraction | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |