Canavalia bonariensis
Canavalia bonariensis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Canavalia bonaerensis, is a versatile medicinal legume valued for its therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical regions, this plant contains bioactive compounds utilized in traditional remedies to treat various ailments. Its unique phytochemical profile offers promising opportunities for pharmacological research and natural health applications.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Seed
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Canavalia bonariensisDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents and oceanic regions. In Southern Africa, it can be found within the Cape Provinces as well as the KwaZulu-Natal region. Its presence extends across the Western Indian Ocean, specifically inhabiting Madagascar and Réunion. Interestingly, the species also reaches as far as Western South America in Bolivia. This wide range highlights the plant's ability to adapt to varied environments across different hemispheres.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Africa | Cape Provinces | WCVP |
| Southern Africa | KwaZulu-Natal | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Madagascar | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Canavalia bonaariensis, utilizes its seeds as a primary component in traditional medicinal applications. These seeds are often harvested and processed to harness their specific therapeutic properties, which are believed to contribute to the plant's overall healing potential. In various herbal practices, the concentrated essence found within the seeds serves as a vital element for addressing specific health concerns.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| seed | Immunological investigations (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Canavalia bonariensis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Betulin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Canavalia bonariensis has 12 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |