Connarus ruber
Connarus ruber, commonly known as a medicinal shrub, is a significant plant species native to tropical regions. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, it contains unique bioactive alkaloids. Research explores its potential pharmacological properties, particularly for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities, making it a subject of interest in modern drug discovery.
- Scientific name: Connarus ruber
- Family: Connaraceae
- 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 is organized under the order Oxalidales and the family Connaraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Connarus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Oxalidales | WCVP |
| Family | Connaraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Connarus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Connarus ruber, is recognized by various local names depending on the region and language. In Arabic, it is referred to as كونار أحمر.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | كونار أحمر | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of locations throughout the South American continent. In the northern part of the region, it can be found growing in Venezuela. Its distribution extends significantly into western South America as well. Within this western corridor, the species is documented in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Finally, the plant's presence is also confirmed in the country of Bolivia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Connarus ruber has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include epicatechin, embelin, rapanone, suberonone.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| epicatechin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| embelin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rapanone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| suberonone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |