Lonchocarpus haberi
Lonchocarpus haberi · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Lonchocarpus haberi, is a significant medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Often found in tropical forest ecosystems, this species is prized for its bioactive compounds. It is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, offering promising potential for pharmacological research and natural therapeutic developments.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lonchocarpus haberiRegional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Chaperno
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Lonchocarpus haberi, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Lonchocarpus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Lonchocarpus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant possesses a highly specific and limited geographical distribution within the tropical regions of the world. Specifically, its natural occurrence is documented within the borders of Central America. Within this region, the species is found exclusively in the country of Costa Rica. This localized range suggests that the plant relies on the particular environmental conditions provided by the Costa Rican landscape. Consequently, its habitat is restricted to this single nation rather than being spread across the entire continent.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Lonchocarpus haberi is characterized by a robust growth form primarily classified as a tree. It exhibits a distinct woody constitution, providing the structural integrity necessary for its development. Regarding its habit and ecological positioning, the plant displays a versatile range of environmental adaptations, functioning across terrestrial, semiaquatic, and aquatic habitats. While it possesses the capacity to act as a self-supporting organism, its structural tendencies allow it to function as a self-supporting climber, whether in an obligatory or facultative manner, often behaving like a liana or vine to navigate its surroundings.
- Aquatic :
- terrestrial
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Growth form :
- tree
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Lonchocarpus haberi has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Xanthohumol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Xanthohumol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Xanthohumol
- Journal of molecular modeling
Activities
Lonchocarpus haberi has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- Journal of molecular modeling