Abarema cochliacarpos
Abarema cochliacarpos, commonly known as a medicinal plant in South American traditional practices, is a significant species valued for its therapeutic potential. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, offering a natural approach to wellness through its unique chemical properties and botanical richness.
- Scientific name: Abarema cochliacarpos
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, its scientific identity is defined by the genus Abarema, specifically the species Abarema cochliacarpos.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Abarema | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range that spans across two different continents. In South Tropical Africa, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of Mozambique. Moving to South America, the species is also found within the country of Brazil. Within Brazil, its distribution extends to the Northeastern region of the nation. Furthermore, the plant can be located across the Southeastern part of Brazil as well.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Activities
Abarema cochliacarpos has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Gastroprotective.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gastroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |