Pseudocedrela kotschyi
Pseudocedrela kotschyi, commonly known as African mahogany or Kotchyi, is a versatile medicinal tree native to West African savannahs. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, various parts of the plant are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from skin infections and inflammation to digestive issues and respiratory discomfort.
- Scientific name: Pseudocedrela kotschyi
- Family: Meliaceae
- Native range: Africa
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.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Meliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pseudocedrela | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Pseudocedrela kotschyi, is referred to by various local names depending on the linguistic group. In the Fulfulde language, it is commonly called Boodi, while in Bambara, it is known as Sensanfin.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ff | Boodi | Wikidata |
| bm | Sensanfin | Wikidata |
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.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pseudocedrela kotschyi, possesses various medicinal properties that are often derived from its different anatomical structures. Specifically, the root and the extensive system of roots are significant components used in traditional applications. These roots are frequently utilized in various preparations due to their unique chemical compositions, which contribute to the overall therapeutic potential of the species.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Pseudocedrela kotschyi has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-deacetyl-7-oxogedunin, 7-deacetylgedunin, flavonoids, kotschyin A, kotschyin B.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 7-deacetyl-7-oxogedunin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-deacetylgedunin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotschyin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotschyin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kotschyin C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stilbenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pseudocedrela kotschyi has 10 reported activities identified across 11 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticancer, Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 11
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiprotozoal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antipyretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pseudocedrela kotschyi has 11 reported medicinal uses identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum, Leishmania donovani, Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense, Trypanosoma cruzi, abdominal pain.
- Total uses
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leishmania donovani | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Trypanosoma cruzi | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abdominal pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| prostate cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |