Pseudocedrela kotschyi

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Surenus kotschyi
• Cedrela kotschyi
• Soymida roupalifolia
• Pseudocedrela chevalieri

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. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Meliaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Pseudocedrela.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily found within the specific ecological zones of West Tropical Africa. Its range extends across several countries, including Benin and Burkina Faso. Furthermore, it can be located throughout the landscapes of Ghana and Ivory Coast. The distribution also encompasses the territory of Mali, illustrating its presence in the region. Consequently, these five nations represent the key geographical areas where this medicinal species occurs.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Pseudocedrela kotschyi is characterized by its existence as a perennial organism, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons within its ecosystem. As a phanerophyte, the plant maintains its photosynthetic organs on elevated branches well above the ground level, a structural strategy that facilitates its growth into a woody tree form. Its seasonal rhythm is marked by its deciduous nature, meaning it undergoes a period of leaf shedding, typically in response to dry or unfavorable environmental conditions, which serves as a physiological adaptation to conserve moisture. Through these integrated biological traits, the species manages its long-term survival and resource allocation within its natural habitat.

Deciduousness :

deciduous

Life form :

phanerophyte

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Pseudocedrela kotschyi is characterized by a woody growth form, specifically categorized as a tree. It functions as an independent organism rather than a parasite and maintains a terrestrial existence rather than being an epiphyte. As a self-supporting plant, it does not exhibit climbing habits such as lianas or vines. The stature of the species varies significantly depending on environmental conditions, with plant heights ranging from a minimum of approximately 6.10 m to a maximum of 18.29 m, typically reaching a mean height of 10 m.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

18.28822238 m

Plant height mean:

10 m

Plant height min:

6.096074128 m

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Pseudocedrela kotschyi is characterized by its specialized metabolic processes adapted to seasonal tropical environments, focusing on efficient resource acquisition and stress tolerance. As a member of the Meliaceae family, its physiological framework is geared toward robust vegetative growth and reproductive success under varying moisture availability. Regarding its nutrient cycling capabilities, the plant does not function as a nitrogen fixer; it lacks the symbiotic relationship with diazotrophic bacteria, such as Rhizobium, required to convert atmospheric nitrogen into bioavailable forms. Consequently, its nitrogen metabolism relies entirely on the uptake of nitrates and ammonium from the soil through its root system. This reliance necessitates a well-developed root architecture capable of navigating soil profiles to intercept available nutrients. Furthermore, its photosynthetic efficiency and water-use strategies are fine-tuned to manage transpiration rates during dry periods, ensuring that carbon assimilation is maintained despite fluctuations in environmental humidity and soil water potential.

Nitrogen fixer :

no

Reproduction

The reproduction of Pseudocedrela kotschyi is characterized by the production of seeds that exhibit specific physical dimensions essential to its dispersal and establishment. The seed mass of this species shows notable consistency, with a recorded mean mass of 0.13807 g. Within the observed population, individual seed masses fluctuate within a relatively narrow range, reaching a maximum value of 0.15849 g and a minimum value of 0.12572 g. These quantitative traits indicate a specialized reproductive strategy where seed size is tightly regulated, potentially influencing the plant's ability to colonize suitable habitats through its seed dispersal mechanisms.

Seed mass max:

0.15849 g

Seed mass mean:

0.13807 g

Seed mass min:

0.12572 g

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Pseudocedrela kotschyi has 1 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Root

1. Journal of natural products
2. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Chemicals

Pseudocedrela kotschyi has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-Deacetyl-7-oxogedunin, 7-deacetylgedunin, Flavonoids, Stilbenes, Triterpenes.

7-Deacetyl-7-oxogedunin

1. Journal of natural products

7-deacetylgedunin

1. Journal of natural products

Flavonoids

1. Phytotherapy research : PTR

Stilbenes

1. Phytotherapy research : PTR

Triterpenes

1. Pharmaceutical biology

kotschyin A

1. Journal of natural products

kotschyin B

1. Journal of natural products

kotschyin C

1. Journal of natural products

Activities

Pseudocedrela kotschyi has 10 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antidiabetic.

Antioxidant

1. Pharmaceutical biology
2. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Analgesic

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Antibacterial

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Anticancer

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Antidiabetic

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Antimicrobial

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Antiproliferative

1. Anticancer research

Antiprotozoal

1. Journal of natural products

Antipyretic

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Hepatoprotective

1. Pharmaceutical biology

Medicinal Uses

Pseudocedrela kotschyi has 11 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum, Leishmania donovani, Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense, Trypanosoma cruzi, abdominal pain.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations