Pseudomalmea boyacana
Pseudomalmea boyacanen, commonly known as a medicinal herb native to the Andean regions, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Often utilized in traditional practices, this plant is studied for its potential bioactive properties. Understanding its chemical composition and therapeutic applications is essential for advancing modern pharmacological research and herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Pseudomalmea boyacana
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Magnoliales, specifically within the family Annonaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Pseudomalmea, with the species being Pseudomalmea boyacana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pseudomalmea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pseudomalmea boyacanana, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is referred to as Boyacá pseudo-malmea, while in Spanish, it is commonly called pseudoalmea de Boyacá.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and restricted geographical range. Its presence is documented exclusively within the region of Western South America. More specifically, the species is endemic to the territory of Colombia. Due to this localized occurrence, it is considered a native component of the Colombian landscape. Consequently, its natural habitat is limited to this particular portion of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
Activities
Pseudomalmea boyacana has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiplasmodial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiplasmodial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |