Sesbania rostrata
Sesbania rostrata, commonly known as the climbing sesbania, is a versatile medicinal legume valued in traditional healing. Rich in essential nutrients and bioactive compounds, it is frequently used to treat various ailments, including skin disorders and digestive issues. This plant offers significant therapeutic potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Sesbania rostrata
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Sesbania.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sesbania | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Sesbania rostrata, is recognized by various local names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Arabic, it is referred to as سيسبان منقاري, while in Tamil, it is commonly known as மணிலா அகத்தி.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | سيسبان منقاري | Wikidata |
| ta | மணிலா அகத்தி | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Sesbania rostrata, exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented across several distinct countries, including Benin and Burkina Faso. Furthermore, the species can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Mali. The distribution also extends to the nation of Mauritania. Finally, its range encompasses the territory of Nigeria, marking its importance within these specific African zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Sesbaniia rostrata, exhibits specialized morphological structures that are integral to its biological functions and medicinal potential. As a legume, it features distinctive root nodules that house symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria, which are essential for enhancing soil fertility and supporting the plant's rapid growth. Additionally, the plant utilizes stem nodules as part of its complex physiological framework, contributing to its unique structural development and overall vitality in various ecological niches.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem nodule | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root nodules | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Sesbania rostrata has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include D-arabinose, NADH, cytokinin, naringenin, nitrate.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| D-arabinose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| NADH | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cytokinin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| naringenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nitrate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nitrogenase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| succinate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |