Senegalia macrostachya
Senegalia macrostachya · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Senegalia macrostachya, is a versatile medicinal plant native to various African regions. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat diverse ailments. This woody species offers significant pharmacological potential, making it a subject of growing interest in ethnobotanical research.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Stem Bark · Stem Bark
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Acacia Macrostachya
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Senegalia macrostachyaSynonyms
- Acacia macrostachya
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the Fabaceae family, specifically falling under the genus Senegalia (noted as Senegalia macrostachya).
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Senegalia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the West Tropical Africa region. Within this geographical zone, it can be found growing in the nation of Benin. Its presence extends further to include the territory of Burkina. Additionally, the species is documented within the borders of Gambia and Guinea-Bissau. Finally, its natural habitat encompasses the country of Guinea.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Senegalia macrostachya, possesses medicinal properties primarily derived from its stem bark. The stem bark is the critical component utilized in traditional medicinal practices, where it is often harvested to prepare decoctions or infusions. This specific part of the plant is valued for its bioactive compounds, which are believed to contribute to various therapeutic applications in local healing traditions.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Stem Bark | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Senegalia macrostachya has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Coumarins, Flavonoids, Phytosterols, STIGMASTEROL, Saponins.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Coumarins | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytosterols | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STIGMASTEROL | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Senegalia macrostachya has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Anticancer.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | TheScientificWorldJournal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |