Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
Guar
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba, commonly known as a specialized medicinal plant, holds significant interest in traditional healing practices. Characterized by its unique botanical structure, this species is valued for its bioactive compounds. Researchers continue to explore its potential pharmacological properties, aiming to uncover new therapeutic applications for various health conditions.
- Scientific name: Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Cyamopsis. Specifically, it is identified by the species name Cyamopsis tetragonoloba.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cyamopsis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cyamopsis tetragonoloba, is recognized by various regional names across different languages. In Hungarian, it is referred to as csomósbab, while in German, it is called Guarbohne. Its Japanese name is クラスタマメ, and in Russian, it is known as Гуар. Additionally, in Dutch, the plant is commonly called Guarplant.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| hu | csomósbab | Wikidata |
| de | Guarbohne | Wikidata |
| ja | クラスタマメ | Wikidata |
| ru | Гуар | Wikidata |
| nl | Guarplant | Wikidata |
| fa | گوآر | Wikidata |
| hi | ग्वार | Wikidata |
| uk | Гуаровий біб | Wikidata |
| sa | गोराणी | Wikidata |
| te | గోరు చిక్కుడు | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of the African continent. In West Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in both Mali and Sierra Leone. Moving eastward, it can also be found within West-Central Tropical Africa, specifically in Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Additionally, the species extends into Northeast Tropical Africa, where it is recorded in Chad. Together, these locations highlight a wide range spanning from the Atlantic coast to the central and northeastern interior.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Sierra Leone | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Cameroon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Ethiopia | WCVP |
| East Tropical Africa | Tanzania | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Mozambique | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zambia | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Zimbabwe | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cyamoopsis tetragona (often referred to in certain contexts as Cyamoopsis tetragona loba), is recognized for its specific morphological characteristics, though it is important to note that the term "tender cluster bean pods" typically refers to the edible legumes of the Cyamopsis tetragonoloba species (Guar). In the context of medicinal or dietary applications, the tender cluster bean pods are the primary parts utilized, valued for their nutritional density and their role in traditional wellness practices. These young, succulent pods are harvested before they become fibrous, ensuring they retain their medicinal potency and ease of consumption.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tender cluster bean pods | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba has 19 reported phytochemicals identified across 22 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Mg, Na, guar gum, Ca, Cu.
- Total chemicals
- 19
- Scientific sources
- 22
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Mg | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Na | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| guar gum | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ca | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cu | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CuI | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CuSO4 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fe | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mn | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| P | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cholesterol, drought, water stress.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cholesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| drought | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| water stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |