Uncaria attenuata

Uncaria attenuata · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Uncaria attenuata, scientifically known as Uncaria attenuata, is a vital medicinal climber native to the African rainforests. Renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, this species is a cornerstone of traditional medicine. It is widely utilized to support immune health and manage various inflammatory conditions naturally.

Family
Rubiaceae
Native range
Asia-Tropical
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Nauclea Attenuata · Uruparia Attenuata · 2 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Uncaria attenuata

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 Gentianaales, it is classified under the family Rubiaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Uncaria.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Gentianales WCVP
Family Rubiaceae WCVP
Genus Uncaria WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China region, its presence is documented in Thailand and the Andaman Islands. Moving into the Malesia zone, the species is widely distributed across the island of Borneo. It is also found throughout the Malay Peninsula, which is commonly referred to as Malaya. Furthermore, its habitat extends to the island of Jawa, completing its regional range.

Region Area Source
Indo-China Andaman Is. WCVP
Indo-China Thailand WCVP
Malesia Borneo WCVP
Malesia Jawa WCVP
Malesia Malaya WCVP
Malesia Philippines WCVP
Malesia Sulawesi WCVP
Malesia Sumatera WCVP

Chemicals

Uncaria attenuata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Villocarine A.

Chemicals reported in Uncaria attenuata
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Villocarine A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Villocarine A

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Medicinal Uses

Uncaria attenuata has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include drug addiction, pain.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
drug addiction Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
pain Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
UA alkaloid extract Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
UA methanol extract Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
total alkaloid extract Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆