Steganotaenia araliacea
Steganotaenia araliacea, commonly known as the False Aralia, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Found primarily in tropical regions, it possesses significant bioactive properties. Often utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial qualities, this plant offers promising therapeutic potential for treating various ailments and supporting holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Steganotaenia araliacea
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Its scientific classification is completed by its designation within the genus Steganotaenia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Steganotaenia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Steganotaenia araliacea, is recognized by various local names depending on the linguistic context. In Afrikaans, it is referred to as the Geelwortelboom, while in the Fulani language, it is known as Sabadije nyiwa.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| af | Geelwortelboom | Wikidata |
| ff | Sabadije nyiwa | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is found across several countries within the West Tropical Africa region. Its specific geographical range includes the nation of Benin. Additionally, the species is documented to grow in Burkina. It also maintains a presence in Ghana and Guinea. Finally, its distribution extends into the Ivory Coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Burundi | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Steganotaenia aralicacea, possesses several distinct parts that are utilized for their medicinal properties. The leaves are a primary component often studied for their bioactive constituents, while the stem bark provides a structural source of therapeutic compounds. Furthermore, the medicinal profile of the plant is significantly enhanced by its underground structures, specifically the roots and the specialized root barks, both of which are harvested to extract the essential elements required for traditional treatments.- Total parts
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root barks | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Steganotaenia araliacea has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 10-Demethoxystegane, Neoisostegane, episteganangin, polyphenols, prestegane B.
- Total chemicals
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 10-Demethoxystegane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neoisostegane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| episteganangin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| prestegane B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steganacin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steganangin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steganoate B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steganolide A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steganone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Steganotaenia araliacea has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include bacterial infections, diarrhea, hypertension, ovarian cancer, wound infections.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bacterial infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypertension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ovarian cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |