Ekman´s trumpet tree
Ekmanianthe longiflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ekman´s trumpet tree, scientifically known as Ekmanianthe longiflora, is a remarkable botanical species native to tropical regions. Renowned for its striking floral displays, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Researchers study its unique chemical properties, exploring its potential medicinal applications in traditional healing and modern pharmacological developments.
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Ekman´S Trumpet Tree
- Scientific synonyms
- Tabebuia Longiflora · Tabebuia Grisebachii
Names
Common Names
- Ekman´s trumpet tree
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Roblillo
- Roble real
- roblillo de Ekman
French:
- Chene a glandes
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ekmanianthe longifloraSynonyms
- Tabebuia longiflora
- Tabebuia grisebachii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Ekmanianthe longiflora, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Bignoniaceae and the genus Ekmanianthe.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Bignoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ekmanianthe | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Ekmania longiflora, possesses a specific range within the Caribbean region. Its natural habitat extends across several key island nations in the archipelago. Specifically, it can be found growing in the unique landscapes of Cuba. The species is also documented to inhabit parts of the Dominican Republic. Finally, its geographical distribution includes the territory of Haiti.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Haiti | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Ekmania longiflora, possesses various components that contribute to its biological profile, though much of its traditional medicinal interest is centered on specific anatomical structures. While the leaves and flowers are often studied for their botanical characteristics, the roots serve as a vital part of the plant's underground system, anchoring it into the soil and facilitating the absorption of essential nutrients and water. In many medicinal contexts, the chemical compounds synthesized within the roots are of particular importance, as they often contain the concentrated bioactive constituents necessary for therapeutic applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| root | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Ekmanianthe longiflora has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-(1-hydroxyethyl)naphtho[2,3-b]furan-4,9-quinone, Catalponol, alpha-Lapachone, dehydro-iso-alpha-lapachone, epi-catalponol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 2-(1-hydroxyethyl)naphtho[2,3-b]furan-4,9-quinone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Catalponol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-Lapachone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dehydro-iso-alpha-lapachone | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epi-catalponol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
2-(1-hydroxyethyl)naphtho[2,3-b]furan-4,9-quinone
- Journal of natural products
Catalponol
- Journal of natural products
alpha-Lapachone
- Journal of natural products
dehydro-iso-alpha-lapachone
- Journal of natural products
epi-catalponol
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CHCl(3) extract of the roots | Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |