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Erythrina oaxacana

Erythrina oaxacana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Erythrina oaxacana, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to the Caribbean. Often called coral tree, it is deeply revered in traditional folk medicine. Various parts of the plant are utilized for their bioactive properties, primarily used to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and various digestive issues.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Erythrina Breviflora F. Oaxacana

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Erythrina oaxacana

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Erythrina and the specific species name Erythrina obovata.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Fabales WCVP
Family Fabaceae WCVP
Genus Erythrina WCVP

Distribution

This plant is native to a specific region within North America. Its geographical presence is concentrated primarily in the country of Mexico. Within this nation, it is found specifically in the Southwest area. This localized range defines the natural habitat where the species thrives. Consequently, its distribution is limited to these particular southwestern Mexican territories.

Region Area Source
Mexico Mexico Southwest WCVP

Chemicals

Erythrina oaxacana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Erysotrine.

Chemicals reported in Erythrina oaxacana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Erysotrine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Erysotrine

  1. Biomolecules