Ipomoea capillacea
Ipomoea capillacea, commonly known as "manto santo," is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is traditionally used to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues. This botanical specimen holds significant value in ethnobotany, offering promising potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Ipomoea capillacea
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Following its descent through the subclass Magnoliidae and order Solanales, it is a member of the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, it is taxonomically identified under the genus Ipomoea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ipomoea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning across North America. In the Southwestern United States, its presence is noted within the state of Arizona. Moving into the South-Central United States, it can be found throughout New Mexico and Texas. Its distribution extends significantly into Mexico, covering the central regions of the country. Furthermore, the species is also documented across Northeast Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |