Plectrocarpa sarmientoi
Plectrarpoca sarmientoi, commonly known as a rare medicinal herb, is a distinctive botanical species valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this plant offers significant potential in ethnopharmacology. Research continues to explore its bioactive compounds, aiming to unlock new treatments for various human ailments.
- Scientific name: Plectrocarpa sarmientoi
- Family: Zygophyllaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Plectrocarpa sarmientoi, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Zygophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Zygophyllaceae and the genus Plectrocarpa.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Zygophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Zygophyllaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Plectrocarpa | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Plectrocarpa sarmientoi, is known by the common name 玉檀木 in Chinese (zh), which is also specifically referred to as 玉檀木 in Simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and 玉檀木 in Traditional Chinese (zh-tw).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 玉檀木 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 玉檀木 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 玉檀木 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several regions of South America. In Western South America, its presence is specifically noted within Bolivia. Its range extends into Brazil, where it can be found in the West-Central region. Within Southern South America, the species is distributed across the Northeast and Northwest territories of Argentina. Finally, the plant is also documented as growing in Paraguay.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Plectrocarpa sarmientoi, possesses specific morphological characteristics that define its structure, including its woody stem and protective outer layers. Among its various anatomical components, the bark serves as a vital part of the plant's physiology, acting as a protective barrier for the internal vascular tissues. In many medicinal species within this genus, different components are studied for their chemical properties, making the analysis of the bark essential for understanding the plant's complete botanical profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Plectrocarpa sarmientoi has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |