Anadenanthera macrocarpa
Anadenanthera macrocarpa, commonly known as the large-pod acacia, is a significant tropical legume valued for its medicinal potential. Found across South American rainforests, this woody species is studied for its bioactive compounds. Traditionally, its various parts are utilized in folk medicine to address diverse ailments and promote healing.
- Scientific name: Anadenanthera macrocarpa
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further nested within the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Anadenanthera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anadenanthera | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of Western South America. Specifically, its distribution extends through the countries of Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru. In addition to these western regions, the species also inhabits parts of Brazil. Within the Brazilian territory, it can be located in both the Northeast and the West-Central areas. Consequently, its geographical range spans a significant portion of the South American continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Activities
Anadenanthera macrocarpa has 8 reported activities identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antinociceptive, Cardiotoxic.
- Total activities
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardiotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Free-Radical Scavenging | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neurotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Psychoactive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |