Zanthoxylum tsihanimposa
Zanthoxylum tsihanimposa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Zanthoxylum tsihanimposa, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to Madagascar. Renowned for its potent therapeutic properties, this species is frequently utilized in traditional healing practices to treat various ailments. Its unique phytochemical composition offers significant potential for pharmacological research and modern herbal medicine applications.
- Family
- Rutaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Stem
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Zanthoxylum tsihanimposaTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Sapindales, it is further categorized into the family Rutaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Zanthoxylum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zanthoxylum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural distribution is strictly confined to the Western Indian Ocean region. Within this expansive oceanic area, the species is found exclusively on the island of Madagascar. Because it is endemic to this single location, it plays a unique role in the local ecosystem. Consequently, its presence is a distinct biological feature of the Malagasy landscape.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Zanthoxylum tsihanimposa, is a medicinal species where the stem bark serves as a primary component used in traditional healing practices. The bark is harvested from the woody stems to extract its bioactive compounds, which are believed to possess various therapeutic properties. By utilizing the stem bark, practitioners can access the concentrated phytochemicals essential for its medicinal applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| stem | Malaria journal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Zanthoxylum tsihanimposa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include gamma-Fagarine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| gamma-Fagarine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
gamma-Fagarine
- Malaria journal
Medicinal Uses
Zanthoxylum tsihanimposa has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include malaria.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| malaria | Malaria journal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | Malaria journal (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |