Banisteriopsis malifolia
Banisteriopsis malifolia, commonly known as the "tree of life" in certain Amazonian traditions, is a significant medicinal vine. Renowned for its potent phytochemical properties, it is used by indigenous communities to treat diverse ailments, ranging from inflammation to neurological conditions, offering a rich subject for ethnobotanical research.
- Scientific name: Banisteriopsis malifolia
- Family: Malpighiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Malpighiaceae within the genus Banisteriopsis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Malpighiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Banisteriopsis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across the South American continent. Within Western South America, its presence is specifically noted in Bolivia. In Brazil, the species is widely spread across several distinct ecological regions. It can be found throughout the North, Northeast, and Southeast regions of the country. Additionally, the plant is documented within the West-Central part of Brazil.
| 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 |
Chemicals
Banisteriopsis malifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |