Handroanthus impetiginosus
Handroanthus impetiginosus, commonly known as the Golden Bark tree, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its potent therapeutic properties. Found in tropical ecosystems, its bark and leaves contain unique bioactive compounds used traditionally to treat inflammation, infections, and digestive ailments, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Handroanthus impetiginosus
- Family: Bignoniaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Bignoniaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Handroanthus, specifically the species Handroanthus impetiginosus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Bignoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Handroanthus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several distinct regions of North and Central America. Within Mexico, it can be found spanning from the central territories to the southwestern landscapes. Its presence further extends into the southeast portion of Mexico as well. Moving into Central America, the species is documented within the borders of El Salvador. Finally, its geographical range reaches south to include the country of Costa Rica.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
Chemicals
Handroanthus impetiginosus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lapachol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| lapachol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Handroanthus impetiginosus has 3 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antiviral.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Handroanthus impetiginosus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |