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Tapinanthus sessilifolius

Tapinanthus sessilifolius · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (11 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Tapinantus sessilifolius, is a versatile medicinal plant renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties. Traditionally used in various herbal practices, it offers significant bioactive compounds capable of addressing various ailments. This plant holds great potential for pharmacological research, particularly in developing natural treatments for inflammatory conditions.

Family
Loranthaceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Leaves
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Scurrula Sessilifolia · Tapinanthus Warneckei · 1 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Tapinanthus sessilifolius

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Santalales, it is classified under the family Loranthaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus name, Tapinantus.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Santalales WCVP
Family Loranthaceae WCVP
Genus Tapinanthus WCVP

Distribution

This plant, Tapinanthus sessilifolius, exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented in several distinct countries throughout this ecological zone. Specifically, the species can be found growing within the borders of Benin. It is also known to inhabit parts of the Ivory Coast and Liberia. Furthermore, the geographical range of this medicinal plant extends into Togo.

Region Area Source
West Tropical Africa Benin WCVP
West Tropical Africa Ivory Coast WCVP
West Tropical Africa Liberia WCVP
West Tropical Africa Togo WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Tapinanthes sessilifolius, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in traditional medicinal applications. These leaves are characterized by their sessile attachment, meaning they lack a petiole and grow directly from the stem, which is a defining morphological feature of the species. In various herbal practices, these specific leaf structures are harvested and prepared to harness their bioactive compounds for therapeutic purposes.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaves African journal of medicine and medical sciences (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Tapinanthus sessilifolius has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Saponins, Cardiac Glycosides, Cardiac glycoside, Tannins.

Chemicals reported in Tapinanthus sessilifolius
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoids 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Saponins 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cardiac Glycosides 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cardiac glycoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tannins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Terpenes 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoids

  1. African journal of medicine and medical sciences
  2. Indian journal of experimental biology

Saponins

  1. African journal of medicine and medical sciences
  2. Indian journal of experimental biology

Cardiac Glycosides

  1. African journal of medicine and medical sciences

Cardiac glycoside

  1. Indian journal of experimental biology

Tannins

  1. African journal of medicine and medical sciences

Terpenes

  1. Indian journal of experimental biology

Activities

Tapinanthus sessilifolius has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial, Antiplasmodial.

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Antimalarial African journal of medicine and medical sciences (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Antiplasmodial African journal of medicine and medical sciences (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
leaf extract Indian journal of experimental biology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
methanol extracts of Tapinanthus sessilifolius (leaves) African journal of medicine and medical sciences (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆