Melanopsidium nigrum
Cinchona pubescens
Melanopsidium nigrum, commonly known as Black Seedling, is a potent medicinal herb valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capabilities, this plant plays a vital role in traditional healing practices, offering natural remedies to support immune function and promote overall holistic wellness and vitality.
- Scientific name: Melanopsidium nigrum
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Melanopsidium nigrum, is classified within the kingdom Plantae and belongs to the phylum Streptophyta. It falls under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae, specifically within the order Gentianaales. Furthermore, it is a member of the Rubiaceae family and is categorized under the genus Cinchona.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cinchona | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by several names across different languages, is referred to as Cinchona pube scece s in English and Spanish, while in French it is called Quinquina rouge. In Catalan, it is commonly known as quina, and in Hsb, it is identified as Chinski skorowc.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Cinchona pubescens | Wikidata |
| fr | Quinquina rouge | Wikidata |
| es | Cinchona pubescens | Wikidata |
| ca | quina | Wikidata |
| hsb | Chinski skorowc | Wikidata |
| eu | Kinkina | Wikidata |
| zh | 鸡纳树 | Wikidata |
| ja | アカキナノキ | Wikidata |
| nl | Cinchona pubescens | Wikidata |
| de | Cinchona pubescens | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is naturally found within specific regions of Brazil. Its geographical presence is primarily concentrated in the Northeast part of the country. Additionally, the species can be located throughout the Southeast region of Brazil. These two distinct areas represent its known native habitats. Therefore, its distribution is limited to these specific Brazilian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Melanopsidium nigrum, utilizes various structural components that contribute to its medicinal profile. The stem wood serves as the central structural support, providing the necessary strength and nutrient transport systems required for the plant's growth and resilience. Additionally, the stem bark acts as a protective outer layer, housing various secondary metabolites and bioactive compounds that are often the primary focus when preparing traditional herbal remedies.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stem wood | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Melanopsidium nigrum has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |