Condylostylis candida

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Vigna appendiculata
• Vigna candida
• Phaseolus membranaceus
• Phaseolus membranaceus var. angustifolius
• Phaseolus candidus f. appendiculatus
• Phaseolus candidus f. obliquifolius
• Phaseolus candidus f. integer
• Phaseolus candidus subf. sublobatus
• Phaseolus appendiculatus f. pubescens
• Phaseolus candidus var. membranaceus
• Phaseolus appendiculatus
• Phaseolus candidus
• Phaseolus obliquifolius

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its genus, Condylostylis.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical range that spans across several distinct regions of the Americas. In North America, its presence is documented within the southeastern parts of Mexico. Moving southward into Central America, it can be found in the territories of Belize, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. The distribution further extends into the northern reaches of South America. Specifically, this medicinal species has been identified within the country of Venezuela.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Condylostylis candida is characterized by a broad altitudinal distribution, occurring across a diverse range of elevations from sea level (0 m AMSL) up to a maximum of 1800 m AMSL. This species demonstrates significant ecological plasticity, as it is found inhabiting both natural landscapes, specifically the Cerrado (latu sensu) biome, and anthropized areas (Área Antrópica). This ability to persist in both specialized savanna ecosystems and disturbed human-influenced environments highlights its adaptability to varying levels of environmental modification and varying topographic gradients.

Elevational range max:

1800 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

0 m AMSL

Habitat :

Área Antrópica, Cerrado (lato sensu)

Life history

The life history of Condylostylis candida is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, allowing it to persist through multiple growing seasons. As a perennial species, it avoids the complete die-off associated with annuals, instead establishing a robust foundation that enables it to undergo repeated cycles of vegetative growth and reproduction. This long-term life strategy facilitates its ability to inhabit stable environments where it can steadily expand its presence over time, utilizing its multi-year existence to navigate seasonal changes and maintain ecological continuity.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Condylostylis candida is characterized by its classification as a non-woody herb, exhibiting a growth form that is primarily terrestrial rather than aquatic or semiaquatic. Although it possesses the structural potential to function as a climber, it is specifically identified as a self-supporting entity rather than an obligatory vine or liana. As a terrestrial plant, it does not exhibit epiphytic behavior, maintaining its position on the ground rather than growing as a holoepiphyte, hemiepiphyte, or facultative epiphyte. Furthermore, the species is an independent organism, lacking any parasitic tendencies, and maintains a consistently non-woody stem structure throughout its development.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Climber :

obligatory

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Condylostylis candida has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include kaempferol, quercetin.

kaempferol

1. Phytochemistry

quercetin

1. Phytochemistry