Alibertia patinoi
Alibertia patinoi · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Alibertia patinoi, scientifically known as Alibertia patinoi, is a significant medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Research continues to explore its bioactive compounds, highlighting its potential importance in modern pharmacological developments.
- Family
- Rubiaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Borojoa Patinoi
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- burijo
- burojó
German:
- Borojó
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Alibertia patinoiSynonyms
- Borojoa patinoi
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Alibertia patinoi, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling into the order Gentianaales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rubiaceae and is identified by the genus Alibertia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Alibertia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution spanning across parts of Central and South America. In Central America, its range includes the countries of Costa Rica and Panamá. Moving into Western South America, the species can also be found growing in Colombia. Additionally, its presence extends into the territory of Ecuador. Together, these regions define the primary geographical footprint of Alibertia patiinoi.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
Activities
Alibertia patinoi has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Aphrodisiac.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aphrodisiac | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Alibertia patinoi has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include metabolic syndrome.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| metabolic syndrome | Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |