Pyrenacantha staudtii
Pyrenacantha staudtii, commonly known as a rare medicinal shrub, holds significant botanical interest due to its unique therapeutic potential. Native to specific montane ecosystems, this plant is valued in traditional medicine for its bioactive compounds. Understanding its phytochemical profile is essential for exploring its future applications in modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Pyrenacantha staudtii
- Family: Icacinaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Pyrenacantha staudtii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Icacinales. Finally, it is a member of the Icacinaceae family and falls under the genus Pyrenacantha.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Icacinales | WCVP |
| Family | Icacinaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pyrenacantha | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pyracantha staudtii, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as Staudt's firethorn, while in German, it is known as Staudts Feuerdorn. Additionally, in Latin, the botanical nomenclature identifies it as Pyracantha staudtii.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution across the tropical regions of the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented within the borders of Nigeria. Moving into the West-Central Tropical Africa zone, the species can be found in Cameroon. It also inhabits the diverse landscapes of Congo and Gabon within this same central region. Finally, its geographical range extends further into the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Uganda | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pyrenacantha staudtii, is characterized by its distinctive morphological features, particularly its leaves which serve as a primary point of interest for botanical study. These leaves are integral to the plant's physiological processes and are often utilized in traditional medicinal practices. Depending on the specific variety and environmental conditions, the leaves may exhibit varying textures and shapes, but they remain a vital component of the plant's overall structure and its potential therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Pyrenacantha staudtii has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3-carbomethoxypyridine, 3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, beta-sitosterol, taraxerol.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3-carbomethoxypyridine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-pyridinecarboxylic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| taraxerol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pyrenacantha staudtii has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastric ulcer, xanthine oxidase.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastric ulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| xanthine oxidase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |