Gwilymia coriacea
Gwilymia coriacea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Gwilymia coriacea, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific ecological niches, it contains potent bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices. This resilient species offers significant potential for pharmacological research, particularly in developing natural treatments for various ailments.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Stryphnodendron Coriaceum
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Gwilymia coriaceaSynonyms
- Stryphnodendron coriaceum
Sources: Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Gwilymia. Specifically, this medicinal species is known by its scientific name, Gwilymia coriacea.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Gwilymia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several distinct regions within Brazil. Its geographical footprint begins in the vast landscapes of Brazil North. Furthermore, the species is documented throughout the diverse ecosystems of Brazil Northeast. The distribution continues southward into the territories of Brazil Southeast. Finally, its range extends into the heart of the country within Brazil West-Central.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast |
| Brazil | Brazil North |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Gwilymia coriacea has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM