Anacardium humile
Anacardium humile, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant, holds immense potential in traditional healing practices. Native to specific tropical regions, this species is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds to develop innovative treatments for various ailments, highlighting its growing pharmacological importance.
- Scientific name: Anacardium humile
- Family: Anacardiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Sapindales and the family Anacardiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Anacardium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Anacardiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anacardium | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found across the diverse landscapes of Western South America, with significant populations located in Bolivia. Within Brazil, its presence is widespread, stretching across the vast territories of the North region. It is also widely distributed throughout the Northeast of Brazil, adapting to various local climates. Furthermore, the species can be found in the Southeast region of the country. Finally, its geographical reach extends into the West-Central areas of Brazil, completing its extensive regional footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Chemicals
Anacardium humile has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include gallic acid, catechin, kaempferol, luteolin, quercetin.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gallic acid | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Anacardium humile has 4 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antiglycation, Antioxidant, Expectorant.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiglycation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Expectorant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Anacardium humile has 12 reported medicinal uses identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Snakebite envenoming, antidiabetic, antidiarrheal, blood glucose, cholesterol.
- Total uses
- 12
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Snakebite envenoming | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antidiarrheal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| blood glucose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dental caries | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| denture stomatitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| expectorant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myotoxicity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |