Diatenopteryx sorbifolia
Diatenopteryx sorbifolia, commonly known as a specialized medicinal herb, is a rare botanical species valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, this plant contains potent bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Understanding its chemical profile is essential for advancing modern pharmacological research and natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Diatenopteryx sorbifolia
- Family: Sapindaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Sapindales and the family Sapindaceae. Finally, its taxonomic classification is completed by the genus Diatenopteryx.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapindaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Diatenopteryx | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Diattenopteryx sorbiifolia, is recognized by various regional names across different languages and cultures. In Guaraní, it is referred to as Yvyra piũ or Yvyra pi'u, while in Lithuanian, it is called Šermukšninė plūksna. Additionally, in Spanish-speaking regions, it is commonly known as María preta or Maria preta.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| gn | Yvyra piũ | Wikidata |
| lt | Šermukšninė plūksna | Wikidata |
| gn | Yvyra pi'u | Wikidata |
| es | María preta | Wikidata |
| es | Maria preta | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several distinct regions of South America. Within the western part of the continent, its distribution includes the country of Bolivia. In Brazil, the species is found across a diverse range of territories. Specifically, it inhabits the West-Central, Northeast, and Southeast regions of the Brazilian landscape. Finally, its geographical reach extends further into the South of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Diptalopterys sorbiifolia, is characterized by its specific morphological features, though its utility is often discussed in botanical rather than structural contexts. While many medicinal plants are valued for their leaves or bark, the timber produced by species in this genus is typically not the primary focus of its medicinal application. Instead, the plant's therapeutic potential is generally derived from its foliage or other vegetative components, whereas the woody structure remains a secondary characteristic of its physical growth.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| timber | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Diatenopteryx sorbifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cleomiscosin B.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cleomiscosin B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |