Caryocar glabrum
Caryocar glabrum, commonly known as Pequi-do-cerrado, is a vital medicinal tree native to the Brazilian Cerrado. Renowned for its nutrient-dense fruits, it is traditionally used to treat inflammation and digestive issues. This resilient species offers significant pharmacological potential, providing essential antioxidants and bioactive compounds for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Caryocar glabrum
- Family: Caryocaraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Caryocaraceae and is categorized under the genus Caryocar.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Caryocaraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Caryocar | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Caryocar glabrum, is referred to by various names depending on the region and language. In Arabic, it is called كاريوكار أجرد, while in Korean, it is identified as 카리오카르 글라브룸. In Brazil, the plant is commonly known by the Portuguese names piquiarana or piqui-araná.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | كاريوكار أجرد | Wikidata |
| ko | 카리오카르 글라브룸 | Wikidata |
| pt-br | piquiarana | Wikidata |
| pt-br | piqui-arana | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several regions of South America. In Northern South America, its presence is documented in French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. It also grows within the borders of Venezuela. Moving toward Western South America, the species can be found in Bolivia. Together, these locations define the specific geographical range of Caryocar glabrum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Caryocar glabrum, is highly valued for its nutritional and medicinal properties, with the fruits serving as a primary focus of its utility. These fleshy fruits are rich in lipids and essential nutrients, making them a significant source of energy and bioactive compounds within its native ecosystem. In traditional practices, the components of the fruit are often utilized for their potential health benefits, reflecting the importance of this specific plant part in both local diets and herbal applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Caryocar glabrum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include bayogenin, gypsogenic acid, hederagenin.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bayogenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gypsogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hederagenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |