Cratylia mollis
Cratylia mollis, commonly known as the "velvet plant," is a versatile medicinal shrub valued in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its soft, pubescent leaves, this botanical treasure offers potent therapeutic properties. It is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions, skin ailments, and digestive issues, serving as a vital natural remedy.
- Scientific name: Cratylia mollis
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is established within the genus Cratylia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cratylia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Cratylia mollis, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the soft cratylia, while in Portuguese, it is commonly called cratylia-mollis.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the South American continent. In the western region of the continent, it can be found growing within the borders of Bolivia. Its range also extends significantly toward the eastern side of the landmass. Specifically, it is documented to inhabit the northeastern territories of Brazil. Consequently, its natural habitat spans from the Andean regions to the Brazilian coast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cratylia mollis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include N-benzoylphenylalaninyl-N-benzoylphenylalaninate.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| N-benzoylphenylalaninyl-N-benzoylphenylalaninate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |