Diplopterys pubipetala

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Banisteriopsis pubipetala
• Banisteria pearcei
• Banisteria pubipetala
• Banisteria pubipetala f. constricta
• Banisteria pubipetala var. constricta
• Banisteria pubipetala f. cordata
• Banisteria pubipetala var. oblongata
• Banisteria pubipetala var. scandens
• Banisteria pubipetala f. spruceana
• Banisteria spruceana
• Banisteria constricta

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Malpighiales, and the family Malpighiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Diplopterys.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a distinct distribution pattern concentrated within the South American continent. In the northern reaches of the region, it can be found growing in Venezuela. Its presence extends significantly into Western South America, where it is documented in Colombia and Ecuador. Furthermore, the species is established within the territories of Peru and Bolivia. Together, these locations define the primary natural range for this medicinal species.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Diplopterys pubipetala is characterized by its adaptability across diverse South American biomes, including the Cerrado (latu sensu), Ciliar Forest or Gallery Forest, Seasonal Semi-deciduous Forest, and Ombrophilous (Rainforest) environments. This species demonstrates a broad altitudinal distribution, spanning from sea level up to a maximum elevation of 1180 m AMSL. Across its geographic range, the plant maintains an average elevation of approximately 320 m AMSL, thriving in environments that transition from lowland riparian zones to more elevated forest structures.

Elevational range max:

1180 m AMSL

Elevational range mean:

320 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

0 m AMSL

Habitat :

Cerrado (lato sensu), Floresta Ciliar ou Galeria, Floresta Estacional Semidecidual, Floresta Ombrófila (= Floresta Pluvial)

Life history

The life history of Diplopterys pubipetala is characterized by its status as a perennial organism, meaning it persists through multiple growing seasons rather than completing its life cycle within a single year. As a long-lived species, it maintains a continuous presence in its ecosystem, establishing a stable vegetative structure that allows for repeated reproductive efforts over time. This perennial nature enables the plant to develop extensive climbing or woody components, facilitating its ability to compete for light and resources within its specific habitat throughout its extended lifespan.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Diplopterys pubipetala is characterized by a woody structure that functions as an obligatory climber, specifically taking the form of a liana. As a terrestrial organism, it does not exhibit aquatic, semiaquatic, or epiphytic tendencies, maintaining an independent existence rather than acting as a parasite or a holoepiphyte, hemiepiphyte, or facultative epiphyte. Although some classifications may describe its growth form in relation to a shrub-like habit, its primary structural identity is defined by its woody, climbing nature within terrestrial ecosystems.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

liana

Climber :

obligatory

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Diplopterys pubipetala has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, stem.

Leaf

1. Natural product research

Stem

1. Natural product research

Chemicals

Diplopterys pubipetala has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Terpenes.

Flavonoids

1. Natural product research

Terpenes

1. Natural product research

Preparations

Diplopterys pubipetala has 3 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include hydroethanolic extracts of leaves and stems, leaves, stem extract.

Hydroethanolic extracts of leaves and stems

1. Natural product research

Leaves

1. Natural product research

Stem extract

1. Natural product research