Montrichardia linifera
Montrichardia linifera, commonly known as the Amazonian water plant, is a significant medicinal species found in South American freshwater ecosystems. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is traditionally utilized to treat inflammation and skin ailments. Scientific interest continues to grow regarding its bioactive compounds and potential pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Montrichardia linifera
- Family: Araceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Alismatales and the family Araceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Montrichardia, specifically identified as the species Montrichardia linifera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Alismatales | WCVP |
| Family | Araceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Montrichardia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Montrichardia linifera, is commonly referred to by the name Aninga-açu in Portuguese.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pt | Aninga-açu | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the northern regions of South America. It can be found growing within the territories of French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. Furthermore, its natural habitat extends into the country of Venezuela. In the western part of the continent, the species is also located in Colombia. This specific range highlights its presence within the tropical landscapes of northern and western South America.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Montrichardia linifera, is a significant medicinal species often found in wetland ecosystems, where its various components are utilized for their therapeutic properties. Among its structural elements, the leaves serve as a vital part of the plant's anatomy, contributing to its overall vitality and medicinal potential. In traditional practices, these leaves are sometimes studied or utilized for their specific chemical compositions that may offer healing benefits.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Montrichardia linifera has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include quercetin, chrysoeriol, corilagin, epicatechin, luteolin.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| quercetin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chrysoeriol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| corilagin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| epicatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Montrichardia linifera has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmaniasis, abscesses, tumors.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmaniasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| abscesses | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tumors | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |