Periandra mediterranea
Periandra mediterranea, commonly known as the Mediterranean Periandra, is a unique medicinal plant native to specific coastal regions. Renowned for its diverse phytochemical profile, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments. Exploring its bioactive compounds offers promising potential for developing new therapeutic applications in pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Periandra mediterranea
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Periandra, making its full scientific name Periandra mediterranea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Periandra | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Periandra mediterranea, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic landscape of its habitat. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Mediterranean periandra, while in Spanish, it is known as periandra mediterránea. In French, the plant is called periandra méditerranéenne, and in Italian, it is referred to as periandra mediterranea.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in South America. In the western part of the continent, it can be found within the borders of Bolivia. Its presence is also extensively documented throughout various parts of Brazil. Specifically, it inhabits the North, Northeast, and Southeast regions of the country. Additionally, the species is known to grow within the West-Central territory of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Periandra mediterranea, utilizes its underground structures for various medicinal purposes. The roots serve as the primary source for extracting bioactive compounds, which are often processed into a stable form for therapeutic use. Specifically, the dried roots are frequently employed in traditional remedies, as the dehydration process helps concentrate the plant's essential properties and allows for easier storage and preparation in herbal formulations.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dried roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |