Stephania dinklagei
Stephania dinklagei · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Stephania dinklaagei, scientifically known as Stephania dinklaagei, is a specialized medicinal plant valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Often found in specific ecological niches, it contains bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices. Understanding its chemical profile is essential for exploring its potential applications in modern pharmacological research.
- Family
- Menispermaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Stephania Dinklagei Var. Axillaris · Cissampelos Dinklagei
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Stephania dinklageiSynonyms
- Stephania dinklagei var. axillaris
- Cissampelos dinklagei
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ranunculales, it is classified under the family Menispermaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Stephania, specifically the species Stephania dinklaeii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Menispermaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Stephania | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Stephanostegia dinklagei, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing within the borders of Benin. Furthermore, the species is documented to occur in Ghana and Guinea. Its presence is also noted in the Ivory Coast. Finally, the plant extends its range into Liberia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Ghana | 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 | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Togo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cabinda | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
Chemicals
Stephania dinklagei has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-O,N-Dimethylliriodendronine, Aloe emodin, Corydine, Dicentrinone, Liriodenine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2-O,N-Dimethylliriodendronine | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aloe emodin | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Corydine | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dicentrinone | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Liriodenine | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| N-Methylliriodendronine | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Stephania dinklagei has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |