Rinorea oblongifolia
Rinorea oblongifolia, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub in tropical regions, holds great promise in ethnobotany. Found frequently in African rainforests, this plant is traditionally utilized for its diverse therapeutic properties. Recent studies highlight its potential bioactive compounds, offering valuable insights into treating various ailments through natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Rinorea oblongifolia
- Family: Violaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is ordered under Malpighiales and falls into the family Violaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Rinorea, specifically as the species Rinorea oblongifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Violaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Rinorea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Rinorea oblongifolia, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is referred to as the oblong-leaved rinorea, while in French, it is known as le rinorea à feuilles oblongues. In Spanish, the plant is called rinorea de hojas oblongas, and in Portuguese, it is referred to as rinorea de folhas oblongas.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the West Tropical Africa region. Specifically, its presence is documented in the nation of Ghana. It also extends across the borders into Guinea and the Ivory Coast. Furthermore, the species can be found growing in Liberia. Finally, its geographical range includes the territory of Nigeria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Rinorea oblongifolia, utilizes its fruits as a key component in its reproductive cycle and potential medicinal applications. These fruits serve as the vessels for seed dispersal, playing a vital role in the plant's ability to propagate within its natural habitat. In various ethnobotanical studies, different parts of the plant are examined for their bioactive properties, and the fruits are often scrutinized for their specific chemical constituents that may contribute to the plant's overall therapeutic profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Rinorea oblongifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include friedelin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| friedelin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |