Dalbergia retusa
Dalbergia retusa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Dalbergia retusa, is a magnificent tropical tree renowned for its exquisite rosewood. Beyond its highly valued timber, this species holds significant medicinal importance in traditional practices. It is frequently utilized for its diverse therapeutic properties, offering potential benefits in treating various ailments through its bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Machaerium Retusum · Amerimnon Retusum
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Cocobolo
- Cocobolo
- Cocobolo Prieto
- Palo Negro
- Ñambar
- palo de rosa
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Dalbergia retusaSynonyms
- Machaerium retusum
- Amerimnon retusum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Dalbergia, where it is known as Dalbergia retusa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dalbergia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the tropical regions of North and Central America. In Mexico, its presence is primarily documented throughout the southeastern portion of the country. Moving into Central America, the species can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Guatemala and El Salvador. It is also widely distributed across the southern reaches of the region, specifically within Honduras. Finally, its range extends further south to include the coastal and inland areas of Costa Rica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Dalbergia retusa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Linalool.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Linalool | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Linalool
- Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets
Activities
Dalbergia retusa has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antiviral.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Dalbergia retusa has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| colon cancer | Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| liver cancer | Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lung cancer | Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |