Cenostigma pyramidale
Cenostima pyramidale, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in African traditional medicine, holds great pharmacological potential. Primarily used to treat various ailments, its bioactive compounds offer promising therapeutic properties. Understanding its ethnobotanical uses and chemical composition is essential for developing future treatments for diverse human health conditions.
- Scientific name: Cenostigma pyramidale
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, making it a member of the family Fabaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Cenostiigma.
| 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, Cenostiigema pyramidale, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Pyramidal Cenostiigema. In French, it is called Cenostiigema pyramidal.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. It is found exclusively within the country of Brazil. More specifically, its habitat is restricted to the northeastern region of the nation. This localized distribution suggests that the species is adapted to the particular environmental conditions of this area. Consequently, researchers focusing on this species primarily concentrate their studies within the Brazilian Northeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cenostiigma pyramidale, utilizes its various structural components to facilitate its biological functions and medicinal properties. The stems serve as the primary structural support, providing the necessary framework to elevate the plant and transport essential nutrients throughout its system. Complementing this structure, the leaves act as the vital site for photosynthesis, capturing sunlight to produce energy while also containing concentrated phytochemicals that contribute to the plant's therapeutic potential.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 4
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |