Aspidosperma rigidum
Aspidosperma rigidum, commonly known as the "rigid aspidospermum," is a significant medicinal plant indigenous to certain tropical regions. Renowned for its rich alkaloid content, it is traditionally utilized in ethnobotanical practices to treat various ailments, offering potential pharmacological benefits in managing inflammation and supporting neurological health through bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Aspidosperma rigidum
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Gentianales, it is classified under the family Apocynaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Aspidosperma, specifically as the species Aspidosperma rigidum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aspidosperma | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Aspidosperma rigidum, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the hardwood tree, while in Afrikaans, it is known as die hardhoutboom.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning across several regions of the Americas. In Central America, its presence can be documented within the borders of Costa Rica. Moving into Northern South America, the species is found throughout Venezuela. Its distribution extends significantly into Western South America, where it inhabits the territories of Colombia and Ecuador. Furthermore, the plant can also be located as far south as Bolivia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aspidosperma rigidum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include tubotaiwine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tubotaiwine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aspidosperma rigidum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania infantum, malaria.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania infantum | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |