Clusia lechleri
Clusia lecлерi, commonly known as the "pata de vaca" in certain regions, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to tropical rainforests. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this resilient species is traditionally utilized to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Clusia lechleri
- Family: Clusiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it follows the order Malpighiales and is a member of the family Clusiaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Clusia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Clusiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Clusia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Clusia lecleri, is recognized by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Lechler's clusia, while in Spanish, it is known as clusia de lechler. In Portuguese, the species is identified as clusia de lechler.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Clusia lechleri, possesses a very specific and limited range of occurrence. Its natural habitat is confined to the unique landscapes of Western South America. Within this vast continent, the species is specifically documented in the nation of Bolivia. Because its presence is so localized, the plant is considered rare in terms of its global footprint. Understanding this precise geographical distribution is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
Activities
Clusia lechleri has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |