Allophylus cominia
Allophylus cominia, commonly known as the "Wild Cherry" or "Black Cherry" in certain regions, is a significant medicinal shrub found in tropical climates. Renowned for its bioactive properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in various cultures to treat inflammation, digestive ailments, and skin conditions through its potent phytochemicals.
- Scientific name: Allophylus cominia
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is a member of the family Sapindaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic classification is defined by its placement within the genus Allophylus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapindaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Allophylus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Allophylus cominia, is recognized by various common names across different linguistic and regional contexts. In English, it is frequently referred to as the custard apple tree or simply by its botanical name, while in Spanish-speaking regions, it is commonly known as mamey de monte. In Portuguese, it is referred to as mamey-de-monte, and in French, it is called mamey-de-monte. These names often reflect its regional presence and the fruit's characteristics within its native habitats.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several key regions of North and Central America. In Mexico, its presence is noted throughout the central territories and across the Gulf coast. It can also be found extending into the southwest and southeast regions of the country. Moving southward, the species is documented within the borders of Belize. Collectively, these locations highlight a wide range of habitats for the species throughout the region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Bahamas | WCVP |
Chemicals
Allophylus cominia has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, pheophytins.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pheophytins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |