Senna skinneri
Sennna skinneri, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub, is native to specific African regions. Renowned for its potent pharmacological properties, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat digestive ailments. Its bioactive compounds offer valuable insights into developing modern treatments for gastrointestinal health and systemic wellness.
- Scientific name: Senna skinneri
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Senna skinneri, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Fabales. Ultimately, it is a member of the Fabaceae family and the genus Senna.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Senna | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Senna skinneri, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as skinner's senna, while in Spanish, it is commonly called senna de skinner.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several key regions within Mexico and Central America. In Mexico, its presence is documented throughout the central, southwest, and southeast portions of the country. Moving southward, the species extends its range into the Central American corridor. Specifically, it can be found growing within the borders of El Salvador. Finally, its geographical reach includes the tropical landscapes of Costa Rica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
Chemicals
Senna skinneri has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5,7-di-O-methylquercetin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5,7-di-O-methylquercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Senna skinneri has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Genotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Genotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |