Kielmeyera rugosa
Kielmeyera rugosa, commonly known as the wrinkled Kielmeyer, is a distinctive medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, its unique foliage and chemical properties offer significant therapeutic potential. This species serves as a vital subject for pharmacological research, exploring its diverse applications in holistic healing.
- Scientific name: Kielmeyera rugosa
- Family: Calophyllaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Calophyllaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Kielmeyera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Calophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Kielmeyera | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is native to a specific region within the South American continent. Its documented geographical distribution is primarily centered in the country of Brazil. More specifically, it can be found inhabiting the Northeastern part of the nation. This localized presence suggests that the species is adapted to the particular environmental conditions of this area. Consequently, its range remains restricted to these specific Brazilian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Kielmeyera rugosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumarin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Kielmeyera rugosa has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 9 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include edema, glioblastoma, inflammation, leishmaniasis, malaria.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 9
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glioblastoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leishmaniasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mechanical hyperalgesia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| melanoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pleurisy | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| schistosomiasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |