Parinari curatellifolia
Parinari curatellifolia, commonly known as a versatile medicinal herb, holds significant importance in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from skin conditions to digestive issues. Exploring its phytochemical profile offers promising insights into modern pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Parinari curatellifolia
- Family: Chrysobalanaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Parinaricurateilliifolia, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Malpighiales and falls into the family Chrysobalanaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed within the genus Parinaricurateilliifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Chrysobalanaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Parinari | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Parinaricuriatellifolia, is known by various regional names depending on the language and location. In Rwanda, it is referred to as Umunazi, while in Afrikaans, it is called Grysappel. It is also recognized as Mpundu in Chichewa and known as luumumobola in Finnish. Additionally, in Chinese, the plant is commonly called 懷春李.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| rw | Umunazi | Wikidata |
| af | Grysappel | Wikidata |
| ny | Mpundu | Wikidata |
| fi | luumumobola | Wikidata |
| zh | 懷春李 | Wikidata |
| sn | Chakata | Wikidata |
| ff | Nawarre baaɗi | Wikidata |
| dag | Boŋ kapala | Wikidata |
| bm | Tutu | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence has been documented across several diverse nations, including Benin and Burkina. Furthermore, it can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Gambia and Ghana. The species also extends its reach into the territory of Guinea-Bissau. Collectively, these locations define the primary environmental range for Parinarum curatellifolia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Parinarum curatellifolia, possesses various components that are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The medicinal value is often found in the root bark, which is frequently processed into methanolic extracts to isolate its bioactive compounds. The foliage is equally significant, with both the overall leaves and the individual leaf structure being studied for their phytochemical profiles. Additionally, the fruits of the plant serve as another important part used in traditional applications.- Total parts
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root bark | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanolic extracts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Parinari curatellifolia has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 13-hydroxy-15-oxozoapatlin, 13-methoxy-15-oxozoapatlin, 15-oxozoapatlin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 13-hydroxy-15-oxozoapatlin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 13-methoxy-15-oxozoapatlin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 15-oxozoapatlin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Parinari curatellifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Parinari curatellifolia has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include female infertility, infectious diseases, oxidative stress, polycystic ovary syndrome.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| female infertility | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polycystic ovary syndrome | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |