Sarcomphalus joazeiro
Sarcomphalus joazeiro, commonly known as Juazeiro, is a resilient evergreen tree native to South America. Renowned for its medicinal properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional practices to treat skin ailments and oral infections. Its bark and leaves contain potent bioactive compounds, making it a valuable botanical resource.
- Scientific name: Sarcomphalus joazeiro
- Family: Rhamnaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known as Sarcomphalus joazeiro, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling specifically within the order Rosales. Ultimately, its taxonomic lineage places it in the family Rhamnaceae and the genus Sarcomphalus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rhamnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Sarcomphalus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Sarcomphalus joazeiro, is recognized by various names across different linguistic contexts. In Portuguese, it is commonly called Juazeiro, while in Esperanto, it is referred to as both Ĵoazo and Ziziphus joazeiro. In Chinese, it is identified as 茹阿澤魯（水果）, and in Swedish, it is known as Ziziphus joazeiro.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pt | Juazeiro | Wikidata |
| eo | Ĵoazo | Wikidata |
| zh | 茹阿澤魯（水果） | Wikidata |
| sv | Ziziphus joazeiro | Wikidata |
| eo | Ziziphus joazeiro | Wikidata |
| zh | 華棗 | Wikidata |
| zh | 洋棗 | Wikidata |
| pt | Joazeiro | Wikidata |
| pt | Juá | Wikidata |
| pt | Juá do norte | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical presence across several regions of the Americas. In Central America, its distribution can be found within the country of Honduras. Moving to Western South America, it is located in Bolivia, while it also occupies the Northeast region of Brazil. The species extends into Southern South America, specifically covering the Northeast area of Argentina. Finally, its range continues southward to include the nation of Paraguay.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Sarcomphalus joazeiro, is highly valued in traditional medicine, particularly for the therapeutic properties found within its inner bark. When the tree is harvested, this specific internal layer of the bark is extracted and often processed into decoctions or extracts. The chemical constituents concentrated in the inner bark are believed to contribute to the plant's astringent and antiseptic qualities, making it a significant component in various botanical remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inner bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Sarcomphalus joazeiro has 5 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Dentifrice.
- Total activities
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dentifrice | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |