Cenostigma pluviosum
Cenostiagmma pluviosum, commonly known as a significant medicinal flora, holds profound importance in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical properties and therapeutic potential offers valuable insights into natural pharmacology and sustainable herbal medicine development.
- Scientific name: Cenostigma pluviosum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Cenostigma pluviosum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Its taxonomic hierarchy concludes with the genus Cenostigmma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cenostigma | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Ceanothus pluviosus, is known by several different names depending on the region and language. In English, it is most commonly referred to as the Blue Mistflower, a name that highlights its characteristic delicate blossoms. In Spanish, it is known as la Flor de Niebla Azul, which serves as a direct translation of its English common name.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad and diverse geographical distribution spanning multiple continents. In East Tropical Africa, its presence is specifically noted within the borders of Kenya. Moving to the Americas, it can be found in Northern South America, specifically in Venezuela. The species also inhabits Western South America, with documented locations in both Bolivia and Peru. Finally, its range extends to Brazil, where it is located in the West-Central region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| East Tropical Africa | Kenya | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cenostima pluviosum, offers various components that are utilized for their medicinal properties. The bark of the tree is a primary source of therapeutic compounds, with the stem bark specifically being harvested for its concentrated bioactive constituents. Additionally, the fruits of the species are noted for their unique characteristics, contributing to the overall medicinal profile of the plant.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cenostigma pluviosum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include EtOAc.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| EtOAc | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cenostigma pluviosum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Spodoptera frugiperda.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Spodoptera frugiperda | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |