Santiria trimera
Santiria trimera, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb, holds a vital place in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its phytochemical composition and traditional applications offers valuable insights into its potential role in modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Santiria trimera
- Family: Burseraceae
- 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 Burseraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is established within the genus Santiria, specifically as the species Santiria trimera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Burseraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Santiria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Santiria trimera, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as the three-leaved santiria, while in Spanish, it is known as santiria trímera. In Portuguese, the plant is called santiria trímera, and in French, it is referred to as la santiria trimère.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Santiria trimera, is primarily distributed across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is specifically documented within the borders of Ghana. Additionally, it can be found growing in the landscapes of Guinea. The species also inhabits parts of the Ivory Coast and Liberia. Finally, its geographical range extends into the country 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 |
Chemicals
Santiria trimera has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include alpha-pinene, beta-pinene.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| alpha-pinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-pinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Santiria trimera has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include wound healing.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wound healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |