Raulinoa echinata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Sapindales, it is classified under the family Rutaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Raulinoa, which includes the species Raulinoa echinata.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Raulinoa echinata, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its occurrence is documented primarily within the South region of Brazil. Within this territory, the species thrives in specific environmental conditions unique to that part of the country. Because it is localized to such a particular area, its natural habitat is quite restricted. Consequently, understanding the ecological needs of this southern Brazilian region is vital for the plant's conservation.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Raulinoa echinata is characterized by its occurrence in lowland environments, specifically occupying an elevational range that extends from 0 to 100 m AMSL. This species is primarily found within specialized habitats such as Floresta Ciliar (riparian forests) or Galeria (gallery forests), where it thrives in the moist, sheltered conditions provided by vegetation bordering watercourses.

Elevational range max:

100 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

0 m AMSL

Habitat :

Floresta Ciliar ou Galeria

Life history

The life history of Raulinoa echinata is characterized by its status as a perennial species, allowing the plant to persist in its environment over many years through multiple growing seasons. As a long-lived woody plant, its life cycle involves an initial establishment phase followed by sustained vegetative growth and periodic reproductive cycles. This perennial nature enables the plant to develop a robust structural framework, which is essential for its survival and its ability to contribute to the ecosystem over an extended temporal scale.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Raulinoa echinata is characterized by a woody growth form, specifically manifesting as a shrub. It is an independent plant, functioning as a non-parasitic species that does not rely on a host for nutrients. In terms of its ecological habitat and growth habit, the plant is terrestrial, avoiding aquatic or semiaquatic environments, and it does not exhibit epiphytic behavior. It is a self-supporting organism rather than a climber, maintaining its structural integrity without the need for external support. The plant reaches a maximum height of approximately 3 meters, defining its stature within its natural environment.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

3 m

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Raulinoa echinata has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf, stem.

Leaf

1. Journal of natural products

Stem

1. Journal of natural products

Chemicals

Raulinoa echinata has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include MELIANONE, Melianodiol, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Friedelin, Germacrene D.

MELIANONE

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
2. Journal of natural products

Melianodiol

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology
2. Journal of natural products

BETA-SITOSTEROL

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Friedelin

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Germacrene D

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Isobauerenol

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Oplopanone

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

isomultiflorenol

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

squalene

1. Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology

Preparations

Raulinoa echinata has 2 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include leaves, stems.

Leaves

1. Journal of natural products

Stems

1. Journal of natural products