Pterolobium stellatum
Pterolobium stellatum, commonly known as Star Climber, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique botanical properties, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions and support digestive health. This resilient species offers significant therapeutic potential for those exploring natural pharmacological remedies.
- Scientific name: Pterolobium stellatum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the Fabaceae family and falls under the genus Pterolobium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pterolobium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Pterolepis stellaris (often referred to as Pterolepis stellata), is known by the common name ቀንጠፋ in Amharic.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| am | ቀንጠፋ | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of the African continent. In West-Central Tropical Africa, it can be found growing within the borders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Its range also extends significantly into Northeast Tropical Africa. Within this northeastern region, the species is documented in Eritrea and Ethiopia. Furthermore, the plant's geographical presence is confirmed in the nation of Somalia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Rwanda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Eritrea | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
Chemicals
Pterolobium stellatum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chloroform.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chloroform | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |