Adenocalymma nodosum
Adenocalymma nodosum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Adenocalymma nodosum, is a resilient shrub native to the Brazilian Cerrado. Commonly referred to as "Canela-de-velho," this medicinal plant is highly valued in traditional folk medicine for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, often used to alleviate joint pain and support overall digestive health.
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Leaves · Roots
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Bignonia Nodosa · Adenocalymma Campicola · 2 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Adenocalymma nodosumSynonyms
- Bignonia nodosa
- Adenocalymma campicola
- Memora nodosa
- Memora campicola
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Lamiales and the family Bignoniaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Adenocalymma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Bignoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Adenocalymma | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across several distinct regions within the country of Brazil. Its natural range extends significantly through the Brazil North region. Additionally, it can be found throughout the Brazil Northeast territory. The species also inhabits the vast landscapes of Brazil West-Central. Finally, its geographical footprint includes the diverse environments of Brazil Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known commonly as "pau-ferro," utilizes various anatomical structures for its medicinal properties. The roots are often sought for their potent bioactive compounds, while the leaves are frequently prepared in infusions to treat diverse ailments. The stems provide the structural framework for the plant's growth, and the stems bark is particularly valued in traditional medicine due to its high concentration of tannins and other therapeutic constituents.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems | Anais da Academia Brasileira de Ciencias (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stems bark | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Adenocalymma nodosum has 1 reported activities identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antinociceptive.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antinociceptive | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |