Cyrtocymura cincta
Cyrtocymura cincta · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Cyrtocymura cincta, scientifically known as Cyrtocymura cincta, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this species contains bioactive compounds believed to support wellness. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal potential offers valuable insights into natural pharmacological applications.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Cyrtocymura cinctaDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of South America. In the western portion of the continent, it can be found within the borders of Bolivia. Its presence extends into the southern part of the continent, where it inhabits both the northeast and northwest regions of Argentina. Additionally, the species is documented as growing in Paraguay. Together, these locations define its primary geographical range across the southern latitudes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest |
| Southern South America | Paraguay |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Ecology
The ecology of Cyrtocymura cincta is characterized by its presence in specific moisture-rich environments, primarily found within pastures situated on saturated soil. This species demonstrates a broad altitudinal distribution, occupying a wide ecological gradient that spans from sea level up to an elevation of 2000 m AMSL.
- Elevational range max:
- 2000 m AMSL
- Elevational range min:
- 0 m AMSL
- Habitat :
- Pastures on saturated soil
Life history
The life history of Cyrtocymura cincta is characterized by a perennial lifecycle, allowing the plant to persist across multiple growing seasons. In terms of its structural growth strategy and life form, it is classified as a phanerophyte, specifically exhibiting traits consistent with the phanerophyte category. This classification indicates that its regenerative buds are located high above the ground on aerial shoots, contributing to its overall establishment and survival within its ecological niche.
- Life form :
- phanerophyte
- Lifecycle :
- perennial
Morphology
The morphology of Cyrtocymura cincta is characterized by its growth form as a woody shrub, exhibiting a structural habit that is primarily self-supporting rather than acting as a climber. As a terrestrial species, it does not exhibit aquatic or semiaquatic tendencies, nor does it function as an epiphyte, remaining firmly rooted in the soil. The plant operates as an independent organism, lacking any parasitic relationship with its host or environment. Its physical architecture is defined by its woodiness, which provides the necessary stability for its shrubby development.
- Aquatic :
- terrestrial
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Epiphyte :
- terrestrial
- Growth form :
- shrub
- Parasite :
- independent
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Cyrtocymura cincta has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Natural product letters