Lysiphyllum binatum
Lysiphyllum binatum, commonly known as the "pau-de-fumo," is a significant medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments, including inflammation, skin infections, and respiratory issues. This botanical species remains a vital resource in many ethnobotanical practices.
- Scientific name: Lysiphyllum binatum
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized into the family Fabaceae. Its specific taxonomic identification is placed within the genus Lysiphyllum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lysiphyllum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution spanning across several distinct tropical regions. In Northeast Tropical Africa, its presence is documented within the territories of Sudan and South Sudan. Moving toward Southeast Asia, the species can be found in the Indo-China region, specifically in Thailand. Its reach extends significantly into the Malesia zone, where it inhabits the island of Borneo. Finally, the plant is also distributed throughout Jawa and the Lesser Sunda Islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Christmas I. | WCVP |
| Papuasia | Bismarck Archipelago | WCVP |
| Papuasia | New Guinea | WCVP |
| Australia | Northern Territory | WCVP |
Activities
Lysiphyllum binatum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |