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Samanea inopinata

Samanea inopinata · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Samanea inopinata, is a prominent medicinal tree celebrated in traditional healing systems. Often referred to as the Rain Tree, its various parts—including bark, leaves, and seeds—possess significant bioactive properties. These components are widely utilized for their potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant therapeutic benefits.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Southern America
Parts used
Leaf
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Pithecellobium Inopinatum · Albizia Inopinata · 2 more

Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • samán

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Samanea inopinata

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Samanea, with the species being Samanea inoquinata.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Fabales WCVP
Family Fabaceae WCVP
Genus Samanea WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution across several key regions of the South American continent. In Northern South America, its presence is documented within the borders of Guyana. The species is also found extending into Venezuela, which forms a significant part of its northern range. Moving into Brazil, the plant is widely distributed throughout the northern part of the country. Furthermore, it can be located across the northeastern regions of Brazil, completing its regional footprint.

Region Area Source
Northern South America Guyana WCVP
Northern South America Venezuela WCVP
Brazil Brazil Northeast WCVP
Brazil Brazil North WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Samanea saman (often referred to in various botanical contexts including Samanea inopinata), utilizes its leaves as a primary component in traditional medicinal practices. The leaves are typically bipinnate in structure and are frequently harvested to prepare decoctions or infusions used to treat various ailments. In many herbal traditions, these leaves are valued for their bioactive compounds, which are believed to possess anti-inflammatory or antioxidant properties when processed correctly for therapeutic use.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaf Fitoterapia (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

Samanea inopinata has 3 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Chronotropic, Hypotensive, Vasorelaxant.

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Chronotropic Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Hypotensive Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Vasorelaxant Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆