Strychnos densiflora
Strychnos densiflora, commonly known as a medicinal shrub in various tropical regions, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Native to specific forest ecosystems, this plant is utilized in traditional medicine for its bioactive compounds. Researchers study its chemical properties to explore potential therapeutic applications in treating diverse ailments and inflammatory conditions.
- Scientific name: Strychnos densiflora
- Family: Loganiaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Gentianales and the family Loganiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus name, Strychnos.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Loganiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Strychnos | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Strychnos densiflora, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is referred to as the Dense-flowered Strychnos, while in Spanish, it is commonly called Strychnos densiflora. In Portuguese, the plant is known as Strychnos densiflora, and in French, it is identified as Strychnos densiflora.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the West Tropical Africa region. It can be found growing in the natural habitats of Benin and Guinea. Furthermore, its presence extends through the coastal and inland areas of the Ivory Coast. The species is also documented to inhabit the forests of Liberia. Finally, its range reaches into Nigeria, marking the eastern extent of its known locations in this area.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin | 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-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
Chemicals
Strychnos densiflora has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include strychnine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| strychnine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |