Senna surattensis
Sennasurattensis, commonly known as the Surat Senna, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Valued in traditional pharmacopeia, it is primarily recognized for its potent laxative properties. This botanical species contains bioactive compounds that stimulate digestive health, making it a significant subject in ethnobotanical studies.
- Scientific name: Senna surattensis
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Sennasurattensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the family Fabaceae and falls under 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, known scientifically as Senna surattensis, is referred to by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Poland, it is called strącyniec piłkowany, while in Serbian, it is known as Суратанска сенна. Within Chinese-speaking communities, the plant is identified as 黄槐决明 (zh/zh-hans) and is also called 黃槐決明 in Cantonese (yue).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Strączyniec piłkowany | Wikidata |
| zh | 黄槐决明 | Wikidata |
| yue | 黃槐決明 | Wikidata |
| sr | Суратанска сена | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 黄槐决明 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 黄槐决明 | Wikidata |
| ja | モクセンナ | Wikidata |
| zh | 茳芒决明 | Wikidata |
| zh | 黄槐 | Wikidata |
| ja | イリタマゴノキ | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is native to several specific regions within the West Tropical Africa zone. Its geographical distribution begins in the nation of Benin, where it can be found growing in local habitats. It also extends across the borders into Ghana, marking another key area of its presence. Furthermore, the species is documented within the territories of both Ivory Coast and Togo. Finally, its range includes Nigeria, completing its spread across these West Tropical African countries.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
Chemicals
Senna surattensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include catechin, rautandiol A.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rautandiol A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Senna surattensis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Senna surattensis has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Plasmodium falciparum, Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mycobacterium tuberculosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Plasmodium falciparum | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |