Bactris setosa
Bactris setosa, commonly known as a species of prickly palm, is a significant medicinal plant found in tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Exploring its chemical constituents offers valuable insights into developing new natural pharmacological treatments.
- Scientific name: Bactris setosa
- Family: Arecaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Arecales, falling into the family Arecaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its membership in the genus Bactris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Arecales | WCVP |
| Family | Arecaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bactris | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found within the vast and diverse territories of Brazil. Its natural range extends significantly across the northeastern region of the country. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the southeastern parts of Brazil. It also makes a presence in the southern regions of the nation. Consequently, its geographical footprint covers a wide variety of Brazilian landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bactris setosa has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthocyanins, flavonoids, stilbenes.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthocyanins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stilbenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |