Galipea panamensis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Galipea panamensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is further classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Rutaceae and falls under the genus Galipea.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the tropical regions of the Americas. Its distribution is primarily documented within Central America, specifically located in Panamá. Furthermore, the species extends its reach into Western South America. Within this southern region, it can be found inhabiting areas of Colombia. Consequently, its presence is limited to these two distinct nations.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Galipea panamensis is characterized by its distribution across a diverse altitudinal gradient, allowing it to occupy various niches within its native habitat. This species is found at elevations ranging from sea level up to a maximum of 1000 m AMSL. By spanning this vertical range from 0 to 1000 m AMSL, the plant is able to adapt to varying microclimates, ranging from lowland tropical conditions to the distinct environmental pressures found in mid-elevation montane ecosystems.

Elevational range max:

1000 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

0 m AMSL

Morphology

The morphology of Galipea panamensis is characterized by a woody structure that allows it to function as a self-supporting plant. In terms of growth form, it exhibits versatility, manifesting as both a shrub and a tree. It is a terrestrial species, functioning independently without being an obligate or facultative parasite. Although it possesses climbing characteristics, it is classified as a self-supporting entity rather than an obligatory liana or vine. Furthermore, it maintains a terrestrial habit, lacking the specialized adaptations of a holoepiphyte, hemiepiphyte, or other epiphytic growth modes.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Galipea panamensis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.

Leaf

1. Journal of natural products

Chemicals

Galipea panamensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Murralongin, Phebalosin.

Murralongin

1. Journal of natural products

Phebalosin

1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Galipea panamensis has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include leaves of Galipea panamensis.

Leaves of galipea panamensis

1. Journal of natural products