Mansoa hirsuta
Mansoa hirsuta, commonly known as Clitoria or False Trumpet Vine, is a versatile climbing shrub prized in traditional medicine. Native to tropical regions, this plant is celebrated for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It is frequently utilized in herbal remedies to treat skin ailments and promote wellness.
- Scientific name: Mansoa hirsuta
- Family: Bignoniaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Mansoa hirsuta, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Lamiales and the family Bignoniaceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Mansoa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Bignoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Mansoa | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Mansoa hirsuta, is known by various names depending on the region and language. In Arabic, it is commonly referred to as مانسوة زباء.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | مانسوة زباء | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical presence within the diverse landscapes of Brazil. Its distribution is primarily concentrated in the West-Central region of the country. Additionally, it can be found growing across the Northeast portion of Brazil. These two distinct areas represent the known habitats where the species thrives. Consequently, its range is characterized by these specific Brazilian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known as Mansoa hirsuta, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in various traditional medicinal applications. These leaves are often collected and prepared to treat a variety of ailments, ranging from skin inflammations to digestive issues, depending on the specific cultural practice. Because the leaves contain key bioactive compounds, they serve as a vital part of the plant's medicinal profile used in decoctions or topical applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Mansoa hirsuta has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Mansoa hirsuta has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antihypertensive, edema, inflammation, pain.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antihypertensive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |