Dorstenia cayapia subsp. asaroides
Dorsetnia cayapia subsp. asaroides, commonly known as a unique medicinal shrub, is a specialized botanical species found in specific South American ecosystems. Valued for its diverse phytochemical properties, this plant is increasingly studied for its potential therapeutic applications, offering promising insights into natural treatments for various health conditions.
- Scientific name: Dorstenia cayapia subsp. asaroides
- Family: Moraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Rosales and the family Moraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Dorstenia as the subspecies Dorstenia cayapia subsp. asaroides.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dorstenia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Dorsetnia cayapia subsp. asaroides, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In Portuguese, it is commonly referred to as asafrás or asafrás-do-campo, while in Spanish, it is known as asafrás.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of the South American continent. In Northern South America, its presence is documented within the borders of Suriname. Moving toward the western part of the continent, the species can also be found in Bolivia. Within Brazil, the plant is widely dispersed, specifically inhabiting the West-Central and Northeast regions. Furthermore, its geographical range extends into the Southeast portion of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |