Hydnora abyssinica: Ethnobotanical evidence for its occurrence in southern Mozambique

Williams, Vivienne L.; Falcão, Mário Paulo; Wojtasik, E.M.

doi:10.1016/j.sajb.2010.09.010

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“…Regardless of these species commonly used as a remedy for gastrointestinal, diarrhea, and throat inflammations, the knowledge on their morphological features in the past was unknown, for instance, rhizomes resembling H. abyssinica (“ mavumbule ”) were traded in Mozambique markets. However, the traders had inadequate information on the appearance of the flowers and where the plant grew [ 86 ]. Therefore, the selected parts of the Hydnora species used for curing various ailments should be scrutinized to avoid further confusion and wrong administration.…”

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Understanding the Ethnobotany, Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Distribution of Genus Hydnora (Aristolochiaceae)

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Mutinda

et al. 2021

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The genus Hydnora (Hydnoraceae) is one of the basal angiosperms in the order Piperales, found in the semi-arid regions of Africa, and the Southern Arabian Peninsula. Plants in this genus play essential roles in communities around the world as revealed by various studies. Currently, there are eight species of the genus Hydnora; seven in Africa and one in the Arabian Peninsula. Notably, Hydnora abyssinica A.Br. and Hydnora africana Thunb. are widely distributed compared to other species. They are widely used for their medicinal and nutritional values. The information on ethnobotany, chemistry, pharmacology, and distribution of genus Hydnora was gathered using phytochemical and ethnobotanical books, electronic sources, and published articles. Preliminary phytochemical screening shows that flavonoids, phenolics, proanthocyanidins, and tannins are the main compounds in H. abyssinica and H. africana. Furthermore, 11 compounds have been isolated from H. abyssinica. The biological activities of H. abyssinica and H. africana have been reported. They include antibacterial, antiproliferative, antioxidant, antidiarrhea, and antifungal potentials. Despite the Hydnora species being practiced in ancient folkloric medicine, their traditional uses and pharmacological value are poorly documented. Based on the available information on ethnobotany, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and distribution, we aim to provide research gaps and challenges for a better understanding of this genus. This may be resourceful in the development of effective phytomedicines, and aid in conservation. The available studies on this genus on some aspects such as phytochemistry, pharmacological activities, and distribution are under-reported hence the need for further research.

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Understanding the Ethnobotany, Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Distribution of Genus Hydnora (Aristolochiaceae)

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“…"Nhokane", meaning "roundworm", is mainly used for the treatment of helminthiases. Hydnora abissinica, specie cited to treat UTI, helminthiases and internal wounds, was first recorded in southern Mozambique in a previous study [20]. It is well known by traders and traditional healers, therefore widely used within traditional medicine in southern Africa.…”

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“…It is well known by traders and traditional healers, therefore widely used within traditional medicine in southern Africa. This plant is rarely found by botanicals [20]. Phytochemical studies showed high tannin concentration in rhizomes which imparts a strong astringency and this may explain its efficacy in treating ailments of the digestive tract [21].…”

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Medicinal plants sold for treatment of bacterial and parasitic diseases in humans in Maputo city markets, Mozambique

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Sevastyanov

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BMC Complement Med Ther

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Background: In Mozambique, bacterial and parasitic diseases contribute to a high burden of mortality and morbidity. These infectious diseases are treated with antibiotics, antihelmintic or antiparasitic drugs. However, misuse of these has been affecting the potential to treat ailments. It has been reported that many people from Maputo city and province apart from the existing contemporary medicine, still use medicinal plants for treatment of diseases due to traditional heritage and beliefs. It is, therefore, important to register this knowledge in order to use it for future pharmacological studies. This study aimed to identify the medicinal plants sold in Xipamanine, Xiquelene and Mazambane markets for treatment of bacterial and parasitic diseases. Methods: An ethnobotanical survey, using interviews, was conducted to the main vendors of the markets. Data about the plant name, part used, mode of preparation and administration route were collected. Results: A total of 64 medicinal plants belonging to 32 families were listed as sold for treatment of bacterial and parasitic diseases in the three markets. Terminalia sericea, Elephantorrhiza elephantina, Tiliacora funifera and Hypoxis hemerocallidea were the most cited plants. Roots were the most often sold suggesting it is the most used part. We also found out that medicinal plants trade is still common in Maputo markets. This suggests that people still use plant-based herbal medicines for their basic health care. Conclusions: Several medicinal plants were sold in Maputo city's markets for treatment of bacterial and parasitic diseases, with more emphasis on diarrhea and helminthiases. These plants were commonly bought by local residents and play an important role in the subsistence of vendors. Pharmacological studies are needed in order to isolate the plants active principles and understand their mechanism of action, so that new drugs can be developed.

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“…This holoparasitic (non‐photosynthetic) plant, only emerges above ground to flower, can damage infrastructure by bursting through pavements (Maass & Musselman, ), and scarcely resembles any other flowering plant. Eight species of Hydnora are now recognized (Figure ), of which one ( H. visseri ) was identified in 2011 in a market, advertised as a traditional medicine, in Johannesburg (Bolin, Maass, & Musselman, ; Williams, Falcão, & Wojtasik, ), and another ( H. arabica ) was only described in 2018 (Bolin, Lupton, & Musselman, ). Their unpredictable and elusive flowering, together with their remote distributions, suggest more species await discovery.…”

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“…Local communities may be instrumental in identifying new Hydnora species, making it a good “target” species for ethnobotanical research. Indeed, Hydnora abyssinica was discovered recently in Mozambique, following an ethnobotanical study conducted after rhizomes of Hydnora were found at the stalls of traditional medicine sellers (Williams et al, ).…”

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Hydnora: The strangest plant in the world?

Thorogood

2018

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Hydnora is a poorly known genus of parasitic plants from Africa and southern Arabia. An extreme reduction in morphological features, including the complete lack of leaves, has led to Hydnora's reputation as “the strangest plant in the world.” Although it is among the most basal parasitic angiosperms known to science, little work has been carried out on the genus and it remains virtually unknown in cultivation.

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Hydnora abyssinica: Ethnobotanical evidence for its occurrence in southern Mozambique

Cited by 16 publications

References 6 publications

Understanding the Ethnobotany, Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Distribution of Genus Hydnora (Aristolochiaceae)

Understanding the Ethnobotany, Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Distribution of Genus Hydnora (Aristolochiaceae)

Medicinal plants sold for treatment of bacterial and parasitic diseases in humans in Maputo city markets, Mozambique

Hydnora: The strangest plant in the world?

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