Strychnos densiflora
Strychnos densiflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Strychnos densiflora, scientifically known as Strychnos densiflora, is a significant medicinal plant found in tropical forest ecosystems. Renowned for its potent alkaloids, this species is traditionally utilized in various folk remedies to treat diverse ailments. Understanding its biochemical properties is crucial for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Loganiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Strychnos Hirsutostylosa · Strychnos Suaveolens · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Strychnos densifloraSynonyms
- Strychnos hirsutostylosa
- Strychnos suaveolens
- Strychnos chlorocarpa
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
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 |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Loganiaceae |
| Genus | Strychnos |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
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 |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Benin |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Liberia |
| West Tropical Africa | Nigeria |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Strychnos densiflora is characterized by its growth habit as a woody liana, functioning as an obligatory climber that relies on external structures for support rather than being self-supporting. As a perennial vine, it exhibits a robust, woody stem structure that allows it to ascend through forest canopies.
- Climber :
- liana
- Climber :
- obligatory
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Strychnos densiflora has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include strychnine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| strychnine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
strychnine
- Toxicon : official journal of the International Society on Toxinology