Cochlospermum regium

Cochlospermum regium · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (22 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Cochlospermum regiğim, is a striking deciduous tree native to tropical Africa, celebrated for its vibrant, golden blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value, with various parts used in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from digestive issues to skin inflammations.

Family
Bixaceae
Native range
Southern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Azeredia Pernambucana · Amoreuxia Unipora · 7 more

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Cochlospermum regium

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malvales, it is further categorized into the family Bixaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Cochlospermum.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Malvales WCVP
Family Bixaceae WCVP
Genus Cochlospermum WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across various regions of South America. In the western portion of the continent, its presence is documented in Bolivia. The species is extensively found throughout Brazil, specifically within the West-Central, Northeast, and Southeast regions. Additionally, it can be located in the southern part of South America within Paraguay. Collectively, these locations highlight the plant's ability to thrive in diverse South American landscapes.

Region Area Source
Western South America Bolivia WCVP
Brazil Brazil West-Central WCVP
Brazil Brazil Northeast WCVP
Brazil Brazil Southeast WCVP
Southern South America Paraguay WCVP

Chemicals

Cochlospermum regium has 10 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Gallic acid, Phenols, RUTIN, Tannins.

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
Flavonoids Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Gallic acid Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Phenols Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
RUTIN Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Tannins Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Tyrosol Natural product research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
kaempferol Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
morin Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
myricetin Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
p-Hydroxyphenylacetamide Natural product research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Cochlospermum regium has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastritis, ulcers, Helicobacter pylori, arthritis, boils.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
gastritis Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
ulcers Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Helicobacter pylori Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
arthritis Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
boils Brazilian journal of biology = Revista brasleira de biologia (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
gastrointestinal diseases Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
infections Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
skin diseases Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
wounds Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Confidence
chloroform extract Natural product research (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
infusion/decoction Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆