Solenostemma arghel
Solenostemma arghel · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Solenostemma arghel, is a distinctive medicinal shrub native to high-altitude regions. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, this plant possesses unique phytochemical properties used to treat various ailments. Understanding its therapeutic potential and ecological significance is essential for exploring its role in natural pharmacology and sustainable herbal medicine.
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Solenostemma Oleifolium · Cynanchum Arghel · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Solenostemma arghelSynonyms
- Solenostemma oleifolium
- Cynanchum arghel
- Cynanchum oleifolium
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales, it is further categorized under the family Apocynaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Solenostemma, of which Solenostemma arghel is a species.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Solenostemma |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across the African continent. In Northern Africa, its presence is documented in Algeria, Egypt, and Libya. Moving toward the West Tropical Africa region, the species can also be found in Mali. Additionally, it is distributed within the borders of Niger. Together, these locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in both North and West African climates.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria |
| Northern Africa | Egypt |
| Northern Africa | Libya |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan |
| Western Asia | Palestine |
| Western Asia | Sinai |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Solenostemma arghel has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoid, Tannin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoid
- Journal of the Chinese Medical Association : JCMA
Tannin
- Journal of the Chinese Medical Association : JCMA
Preparations
Solenostemma arghel has 2 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include extract, total alcohol extracts.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Total alcohol extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Extract
- Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society
Total alcohol extracts
- Journal of enzyme inhibition and medicinal chemistry