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Senna garrettiana

Senna garrettiana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Senna garrattiana, scientifically known as Senna garrattiana, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to various African regions. Renowned for its potent therapeutic properties, it is primarily utilized in traditional medicine as a powerful laxative. Its leaves and pods contain bioactive compounds essential for treating digestive ailments and supporting wellness.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Cassia Garrettiana

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Senna garrettiana

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Specifically, it is a member of the genus Senna.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae
Genus Senna

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Senna garrettiana, possesses a specific geographical range within the Indo-China region. Its natural habitat spans several Southeast Asian nations, including Cambodia and Laos. Furthermore, the species can be found growing across various landscapes in Thailand. The distribution also extends into the territories of Vietnam, completing its regional presence. Consequently, this medicinal plant is a characteristic element of the Indo-Chinese floral landscape.

Region Area
Indo-China Cambodia
Indo-China Laos
Indo-China Thailand
Indo-China Vietnam

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Senna garrettiana has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cassigarol A, 3,3',4,5'-Tetrahydroxybibenzyl, 3,3',4,5'-Tetrahydroxystilbene, piceatannol.

Chemicals reported in Senna garrettiana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Cassigarol A 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
3,3',4,5'-Tetrahydroxybibenzyl 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
3,3',4,5'-Tetrahydroxystilbene 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
piceatannol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Cassigarol A

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3,3',4,5'-Tetrahydroxybibenzyl

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3,3',4,5'-Tetrahydroxystilbene

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piceatannol

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Preparations

Senna garrettiana has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanol extract.

Preparations reported for Senna garrettiana
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Methanol extract 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Methanol extract

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