Brosimum acutifolium
Brosimum acuifolia, commonly known as the "palo de sangre" or bloodwood, is a significant medicinal tree native to tropical forests. Renowned for its distinct reddish sap, various parts of the plant are utilized in traditional medicine to treat wounds, skin ailments, and inflammatory conditions, showcasing its valuable ethnobotanical importance.
- Scientific name: Brosimum acutifolium
- Family: Moraceae
- 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 Rosales, it is classified under the family Moraeaee and the genus Brosimum. Specifically, it is identified by the species name Brosimum acuifolium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Brosimum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Brosimum acuifolium, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is often called the sharp-leaved brosimum, while in Spanish, it is widely recognized as el árbol de la sangre or sangre de grado. In Portuguese, the species is commonly known as sangue de dragão.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of South America. In Northern South America, it can be found inhabiting the territories of French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. Its range also extends into the western portions of the continent. Specifically, the species is documented within the borders of Colombia. Additionally, the plant is present in the western South American nation of Bolivia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Brosimum acuifolium, utilizes various components for its medicinal properties, specifically involving the trunk bark and the general bark. In traditional herbal practices, the bark harvested from the trunk is often processed to extract bioactive compounds used in treating various ailments. By utilizing both the specific trunk bark and the broader bark of the tree, practitioners can access the essential phytochemicals necessary for its therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| trunk bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Brosimum acutifolium has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Acutifolin A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Acutifolin A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |