Pterocarpus angolensis
Bleedwood tree
Pterocarpus angolensis, commonly known as the Angolan Rosewood, is a significant medicinal plant native to African savannas. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, various parts of the tree are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from inflammation to digestive issues, offering valuable insights for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Pterocarpus angolensis
- Family: Fabaceae
- 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 Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is established within the genus Pterocarpus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pterocarpus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Pterocarpus angolensis, is recognized by various regional and international names depending on the language. In Estonia, it is referred to as Angoola tiibviljak, while in Korea, it is called 키아트. Within certain African linguistic traditions, it is known as Muvhangazi in Tsonga and iorócó in Ga. Additionally, in Japan, the species is commonly identified as アンゴラカリン.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| et | Angoola tiibviljak | Wikidata |
| ko | 키아트 | Wikidata |
| ts | Muvhangazi | Wikidata |
| ga | iorócó | Wikidata |
| ja | アンゴラカリン | Wikidata |
| sn | Mubvamaropa | Wikidata |
| ar | توز مرجاني | Wikidata |
| zh | 安哥拉紫檀 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 安哥拉紫檀 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 安哥拉紫檀 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within the African continent. In West-Central Tropical Africa, its presence is noted in both Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Moving toward East Tropical Africa, the species can be found in Tanzania. Its range extends into South Tropical Africa, where it is located in Angola. Finally, the plant is also documented as growing in Malawi.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zambia | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Botswana | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | Caprivi Strip | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pterocarpus angolensis, is a multipurpose medicinal resource where various components are utilized for their therapeutic properties. The leaves are frequently employed in traditional remedies to treat ailments such as fever or skin irritations, while the stem-bark and the general bark of the tree are often decocted to address digestive issues or inflammatory conditions. Furthermore, the roots are known to possess significant medicinal value in various ethnobotanical practices, and even the fruits can be integrated into traditional wellness regimens.- Total parts
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem-bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| all parts of the tree | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Pterocarpus angolensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pterocarpus angolensis has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Campylobacter jejuni, Entamoeba histoLYtica, Inflammation, skin diseases.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Campylobacter jejuni | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Entamoeba histoLYtica | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |