algarrobo blanco
Neltuma alba · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Algarrobo blanco, scientifically known as Neltuma alba, is a versatile medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory capabilities, it is traditionally used to support digestive health and immune function. This resilient species offers significant potential for holistic wellness and natural pharmacology.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Argentine Mesquite · White Carob Tree
- Scientific synonyms
- Prosopis Alba
Names
Common Names
- Argentine mesquite
- White Carob Tree
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Algarrobo Blanco
- Ibopé-pará
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Neltuma albaSynonyms
- Prosopis alba
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Neltuma, with the specific species name Neltuma alba.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Neltuma | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range that spans across multiple continents. In Northeast Tropical Africa, its presence is documented within Sudan and South Sudan. Moving to Western South America, it can be found growing in both Bolivia and Peru. The distribution also extends into Southern South America, specifically throughout Northeast Argentina. Finally, its range encompasses the Northwest regions of Argentina as well.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile North | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Activities
Neltuma alba has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Expectorant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Expectorant | Biomolecules (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |