Lupinus amandus
Lupinus amandus, commonly known as the Golden Lupin, is a remarkable medicinal herb celebrated for its potent bioactive compounds. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, this plant offers diverse therapeutic benefits. Exploring its botanical characteristics and traditional healing applications provides vital insights into its significant role in natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Lupinus amandus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is situated within the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Lupinus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lupinus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Lupinus amandul, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Amandul Lupin, while in French, it is known as le Lupin amandul. In Spanish, the plant is called el Lupino amandul, and in German, it is identified as der Amandul-Lupin.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Lupinus amandus, possesses a very specific and limited natural range. Its geographical distribution is confined primarily to the region of Western South America. Within this vast continent, the species is specifically found inhabiting areas of Colombia. Because its presence is localized to this particular territory, it is considered a regional specialist. Understanding this narrow habitat is essential for the conservation of the species in its native environment.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
Activities
Lupinus amandus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antihypertensive, Vasodilator.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vasodilator | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Lupinus amandus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hypertension.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hypertension | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |