Sphenocentrum jollyanum
Sphenocentrum jollyanum, commonly known as the Wild Jasmine or similar local variants, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional healing. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions and skin ailments, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and therapeutic recovery.
- Scientific name: Sphenocentrum jollyanum
- Family: Menispermaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Sphenocentrum jollyanum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Ranunculales and the family Menispermaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is established within the genus Sphenocentrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Menispermaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sphenocentrum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Sphenocentrum jollyanum, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Jolly's Sphenocentrum, while in Malayalam, it is known as Jolly's Sphenocentrum. In Tamil, the plant is called Jolly's Sphenocentrum, and in Telugu, it is identified as Jolly's Sphenocentrum.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the tropical regions of the African continent. Within West Tropical Africa, it can be found growing in the countries of Benin and Ivory Coast. Its range also extends into Nigeria, another key location in the West Tropical zone. Furthermore, the species is documented in West-Central Tropical Africa, specifically within Cameroon. Collectively, these locations highlight its presence across several interconnected tropical forest ecosystems.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Sphenostemon jollyanum, possesses distinct morphological characteristics across its various components that are often utilized in traditional applications. The leaves are typically characterized by their specific shape and texture, serving as a primary site for metabolic processes. The whole stem provides the structural integrity of the plant, housing the vascular tissues necessary for nutrient transport. Additionally, the seeds represent the reproductive units of the species, containing the essential genetic material required for the propagation of new individuals.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| whole stem | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Sphenocentrum jollyanum has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include catechin, flavonoids, kaempferol, lunamarine, saponins.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lunamarine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Sphenocentrum jollyanum has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Angiogenic, Anxiogenic, Aphrodisiac.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Angiogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anxiogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphrodisiac | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Sphenocentrum jollyanum has 12 reported medicinal uses identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast tumor, constipation, coughs, diabetes mellitus, erectile dysfunction.
- Total uses
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast tumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| constipation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coughs | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diabetes mellitus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| erectile dysfunction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| high blood pressure | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |