Clavija lancifolia

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Theophrasta lancifolia

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ericales, falling into the family Primulaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Clavija.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern primarily concentrated within the tropical regions of South America. It can be found across several nations in Northern South America, including French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. Additionally, its range extends into the territory of Venezuela. Moving toward the western part of the continent, the species is also documented in Bolivia. This range highlights a presence across both the northern and western sectors of the South American landmass.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Clavija lancifolia is defined by its presence in specific South American biome structures, primarily occurring within the Cerrado (latu sensu) and in Terra Firme forests. As a component of these ecosystems, the plant thrives in environments characterized by distinct seasonal variations, ranging from the open, shrubby landscapes of the Cerrado to the stable, non-flooded conditions of the Terra Firme forest floor. Its distribution within these habitats suggests an adaptation to diverse soil compositions and light availability, ranging from the more exposed, nutrient-cycling systems of the tropical savanna to the shaded, nutrient-rich understories of dense terrestrial forests.

Habitat :

Cerrado (lato sensu), Floresta de Terra Firme

Morphology

The morphology of Clavija lancifolia is characterized by a woody growth form that primarily manifests as a shrub or small tree, reaching a maximum plant height of approximately 3 meters. While it exhibits a versatile ecological presence ranging from terrestrial to semiaquatic habitats, it is fundamentally classified as a terrestrial organism. The plant is an independent species, functioning without parasitic dependencies, and it does not exhibit epiphytic behavior, remaining strictly terrestrial in its growth habit. Although it possesses the structural capacity to act as a self-supporting climber, it typically maintains a robust, self-supporting stature rather than functioning as an obligatory vine or liana.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

3 m

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Clavija lancifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.

Cytotoxic

1. Phytotherapy research : PTR

Preparations

Clavija lancifolia has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include extracts.

Extracts

1. Phytotherapy research : PTR