Cajanus reticulatus
Cajaunus reticulatus, commonly known as the Net-veined Oleander, is a striking ornamental shrub valued for its intricate foliage and vibrant blooms. While celebrated for its aesthetic beauty in tropical landscapes, it contains potent cardiac glycosides, requiring careful handling and respect due to its significant medicinal and toxicological properties.
- Scientific name: Cajanus reticulatus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is positioned in the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Cajanus, and its specific species name, reticulatus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cajanus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in the Southern Hemisphere. It is found within the expansive island of New Guinea located in Papuasia. Within Australia, the species inhabits the tropical landscapes of the Northern Territory. Its presence extends further east into the diverse environments of Queensland. Additionally, the plant can be located along the western coastline in Western Australia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
| Australia | Queensland | WCVP |
| Australia | Western Australia | WCVP |
Activities
Cajanus reticulatus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cajanus reticulatus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include wounds.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |