Bauhinia acuruana
Bauhinia acuruana, commonly known as a medicinal legume, is a fascinating species valued for its unique pharmacological properties. Native to specific tropical regions, this plant offers significant therapeutic potential. Researchers study its bioactive compounds to explore applications in traditional healing and modern medicine, highlighting its importance in ethnobotanical studies.
- Scientific name: Bauhinia acuruana
- Family: Fabaceae
- 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. Within the order Fabales, it is a member of the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic classification is placed within the genus Bauhinia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bauhinia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical presence across several distinct regions of South America. Within the borders of Brazil, it can be found spanning the West-Central, Northeast, and Southeast territories. Its distribution extends beyond Brazilian borders into the southern reaches of the continent. Specifically, it is documented as growing within the nation of Paraguay. Together, these locations define the primary natural range for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bauhinia acuruana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lectin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lectin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |