Hymenaea stigonocarpa
Hymenaea stigonocarpa, commonly known as Jatobá, is a powerhouse of tropical biodiversity. Renowned for its dense timber and nutrient-rich fruit, this medicinal plant offers profound therapeutic potential. Traditional practices utilize its bark and resins to treat inflammation and digestive issues, highlighting its vital role in natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Hymenaea stigonocarpa
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation falls under the genus Hymenaea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hymenaea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Hymenaea stigonocarpa, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and local language. In English, it is commonly called the Jatobá, while in Portuguese, it is known as Jatobá-do-cerrado. In Spanish, the species is referred to as Jatobá, and in French, it is known as Jatobá.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across the South American continent. In Northern South America, its presence is noted within the borders of Venezuela. Its distribution extends into Western South America, specifically reaching into Bolivia. Within Brazil, the species can be found throughout the West-Central region. Furthermore, it is widely distributed across the Northeast and Southeast regions of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hymenaea stigonocarpa, possesses various parts that are utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The stem bark is often collected for its specific properties, while the roots are also known to hold therapeutic potential. The leaves serve as another important component in herbal preparations, and the plant produces distinct fruits that are a key feature of its biology. Within these fruits, the fruit pulp is particularly notable, often being used for its unique characteristics in traditional remedies.- Total parts
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit pulp | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fruit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flowers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hymenaea stigonocarpa has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, acetogenins, condensed tannins, coumarins, fatty acids.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acetogenins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| condensed tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignans | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| procyanidins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Hymenaea stigonocarpa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hymenaea stigonocarpa has 13 reported medicinal uses identified across 13 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania braziliensis, anemia, asthma, bronchitis, cough.
- Total uses
- 13
- Scientific sources
- 13
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania braziliensis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anemia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| asthma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bronchitis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cough | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dysentery | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| helminthiasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |