Spermacoce exilis
Spermacoce exilis, commonly known as the slender seed-pod, is a rare medicinal plant prized for its unique therapeutic properties. Found primarily in remote tropical ecosystems, this botanical treasure is traditionally used to treat inflammatory conditions and boost vitality, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and holistic wellness treatments.
- Scientific name: Spermacoce exilis
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Gentianales and the family Rubiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Spermacoce.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Spermacoce | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Spermacoce exilis, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In Malayalam, it is called സ്പെർമക്കോസ് എക്സിലിസ്, while in Chinese, it is identified as 二萼丰花草 (zh and zh-cn) and 二萼豊花草 (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ml | സ്പെർമക്കോസ് എക്സിലിസ് | Wikidata |
| zh | 二萼丰花草 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 二萼丰花草 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 二萼豊花草 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Spermacoce exilis, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented in several coastal and inland nations, starting with Benin. It can also be found growing within the borders of Ghana and Guinea-Bissau. Furthermore, the species extends its range into the territories of Guinea. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the lush landscapes of the Ivory Coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
Activities
Spermacoce exilis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |