Davilla elliptica
Davilla elliptica, commonly known as the elliptical davilla, is a captivating climbing woody vine native to tropical regions. Characterized by its fragrant, bell-shaped flowers and lush foliage, this ornamental plant is valued for its aesthetic charm and potential medicinal properties, often used in traditional practices to support holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Davilla elliptica
- Family: Dilleniaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Davilla elliptica, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Dilleniales. Finally, it is a member of the family Dilleniaceae and the genus Davilla.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dilleniales | WCVP |
| Family | Dilleniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Davilla | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range across several key regions of South America. Its presence is notably documented in Bolivia, marking its distribution in Western South America. Within Brazil, the species is widely spread across multiple diverse territories. Specifically, it can be found in the North, Northeast, Southeast, and West-Central regions of the country. This wide coverage highlights the plant's ability to thrive in various Brazilian landscapes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Activities
Davilla elliptica has 4 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antinociceptive, Cytotoxic, Diuretic, Phytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antinociceptive | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Davilla elliptica has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastritis, inflammation, pain, ulcers.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |