Chimarrhis turbinata
Chimarrhis turbinata, commonly known as a significant medicinal herb in traditional practices, is a plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is frequently utilized to address various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological potential is essential for exploring its role in natural healing.
- Scientific name: Chimarrhis turbinata
- Family: Rubiaceae
- 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 Gentianales, specifically as a member of the Rubiaceae family. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Chimarrhis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chimarrhis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Chimarrhis turbinata, is known by the common name Bois cathédrale in French.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fr | Bois cathédrale | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range primarily concentrated within the tropical regions of South America. In Northern South America, its presence is documented across French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. The distribution also extends into Western South America, specifically within the borders of Colombia. Additionally, the species can be found within the northeastern region of Brazil. Collectively, these locations highlight a distribution pattern focused on the northern and northeastern parts of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Chimarrhis turbinata, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in traditional medicinal practices. These leaves are characterized by their distinct shape and texture, serving as the specific part of the plant harvested for their bioactive properties. When processed, the leaves are often used to extract compounds believed to provide various therapeutic benefits.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Chimarrhis turbinata has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5alpha-carboxystrictosidine, isovallesiachotamine, strictosidine, vallesiachotamine.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5alpha-carboxystrictosidine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isovallesiachotamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| strictosidine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vallesiachotamine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Chimarrhis turbinata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |