Crateva adansonii
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Crateva adansonii Species ID: NMP-025, wfo-0000625674,
NCBI:txid190806 Scientific
Classification Kingdom: Plantae Phylum: Tracheophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Brassicales Family: Capparaceae Genus: Crateva Species: C. adansonii Synonyms: Crateva
religiosa, Crateva odora, Crateva magna Description Crateva adansonii is a deciduous tree growing between 3 to 10
meters in height, occasionally reaching up to 16 meters. It features a rounded
crown, trifoliate leaves with ovate-oblong leaflets, and clusters of white to
creamy flowers. The flowers develop into fleshy fruits, commonly used in
traditional medicine. Distribution and Habitat Native to tropical Africa, C. adansonii is distributed from
Mauritania and Senegal to Ethiopia and southward to Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and
Madagascar. It thrives in gallery forests, savannah woodlands, riverbanks, and
termite mounds. Medicinal Properties · Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Properties: Widely used in traditional medicine to
treat pain and inflammation, particularly in arthritis and rheumatism (Akinmoladun
et al., 2019). · Antioxidant Activity: Exhibits strong antioxidant properties,
aiding in the management of oxidative stress-related conditions (Omoregie &
Osagie, 2015). · Anti-diabetic Activity: Bark extracts significantly lower blood
glucose levels and improve pancreatic function (Adewole & Ojewole, 2008). · Hepatoprotective Activity: Protects against liver damage induced by
toxins, likely due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects (Nwokocha
et al., 2014). · Antimicrobial Activity: Demonstrates activity against bacterial
pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli (Ugbogu et al.,
2013). Pharmacological Studies · Animal studies confirm significant
anti-inflammatory effects, with reductions in swelling and pain in induced
models (Akinmoladun et al., 2019). · Hepatoprotective effects were observed in rats,
where bark extract prevented liver damage caused by carbon tetrachloride
(Nwokocha et al., 2014). · Anti-diabetic studies demonstrated
glucose-lowering effects and enhanced pancreatic β-cell function in diabetic
rats (Adewole & Ojewole, 2008). ⚠ Known Toxicity C. adansonii is generally regarded as safe in traditional use.
However, its phytochemical compounds, such as alkaloids and saponins, may
exhibit mild toxicity in high doses (Igwe & Ojiako, 2011). Additional Information · Cultural Significance: Often planted near homes for shade and
ornamental purposes. · Ecological Role: Thrives in various habitats, contributing
to biodiversity and soil stabilization. More Pictures
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