Cerradicola longifolia
Cerradicola longifolia, commonly known as a distinctive member of the Brazilian Cerrado flora, is a medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Found primarily in nutrient-poor tropical soils, this species offers significant pharmacological potential, serving as a vital resource for traditional healing practices and modern botanical research.
- Scientific name: Cerradicola longifolia
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Cerradicola and the specific species Cerradicola longifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cerradicola | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cerradicola longifolia, is recognized by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Portuguese, it is frequently referred to as barbatimão-do-cerrado, while in English, it is often called cerrado barbatimão.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within the South American continent. Its primary geographical presence is found within the borders of Brazil. Specifically, it thrives in the West-Central part of the country. Additionally, the species can be located throughout the Southeast region of Brazil. This distribution pattern highlights its association with these particular Brazilian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |