Neltuma flexuosa
Neltuma flexuosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Neltuma flexuosa, is a rare medicinal herb celebrated for its potent therapeutic properties. Found primarily in high-altitude ecosystems, this plant contains unique bioactive compounds used in traditional healing to reduce inflammation and boost immunity. Understanding its chemical profile is essential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Prosopis Flexuosa
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Neltuma flexuosaSynonyms
- Prosopis flexuosa
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Algarrobo dulce
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the Fabaceae family and falls under the genus Neltuma.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Neltuma |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several regions of South America. In the western part of the continent, its presence is noted in Bolivia. Moving toward the southern regions, it can be found in the northeast, south, and northwest areas of Argentina. Additionally, its range extends into the central parts of Chile. Together, these locations define its specific geographical footprint across the continent.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast |
| Southern South America | Argentina South |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest |
| Southern South America | Chile Central |
| Southern South America | Chile North |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Neltuma flexuosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CATECHIN.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CATECHIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CATECHIN
- Journal of ethnopharmacology