Cyclopogon guayanensis
Cyclopogon guaicanensis, commonly known as a vital medicinal herb in South American traditional medicine, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Often utilized for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant offers promising therapeutic potential in treating various ailments. Understanding its phytochemical properties is essential for exploring its future role in modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Cyclopogon guayanensis
- Family: Orchidaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asparagales, it is a member of the Orchidaceae family. Specifically, its taxonomic classification identifies it under the genus Cyclopogon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asparagales | WCVP |
| Family | Orchidaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cyclopogon | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across parts of Mexico and Central America. Within Mexico, its presence is noted in both the Gulf region and the Southeast. Moving southward into Central America, it can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Guatemala and El Salvador. Additionally, its range extends further south to include the country of Costa Rica. Together, these locations define the specific tropical territories where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago | WCVP |
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |