Davilla rugosa
Davilla rugosa, commonly known as a member of the Passifloraceae family, is a climbing woody vine native to tropical regions. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this medicinal plant is utilized in traditional practices to address various ailments, offering bioactive compounds that contribute to its significant pharmacological and healing properties.
- Scientific name: Davilla rugosa
- Family: Dilleniaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Davilla rugosa, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Dilleniales and the family Dilleniaceae. It is further identified by its specific 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 is native to several distinct regions across the tropical landscapes of the Americas. In Central America, its presence is noted within the borders of Guatemala, Honduras, and Panamá. Moving toward the northern part of the continent, the species extends into South America. Specifically, it can be found growing in the territory of French Guiana. Additionally, its geographical range includes the country of Guyana.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
Activities
Davilla rugosa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Stimulant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Stimulant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Davilla rugosa has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anxiety.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anxiety | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |