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Senna rugosa

Senna rugosa · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Scientifically known as Senna rugosa, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to North America. Renowned for its potent laxative properties, it contains active sennosides that stimulate bowel movements. Beyond digestion, various indigenous cultures have traditionally utilized its leaves for treating skin ailments, respiratory issues, and managing systemic inflammation.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Southern America
Parts used
Leaves · Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Cassia Rugosa

Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Senna rugosa

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, falling into the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Senna.

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

Distribution

This plant exhibits a widespread presence across several distinct regions of South America. It is documented to grow within the borders of Bolivia in Western South America. In Brazil, its distribution is extensive, covering the North and Northeast regions. Furthermore, the species can be found throughout the West-Central territories of the country. Finally, its range extends into the Southeast portion of Brazil as well.

Region Area Source
Western South America Bolivia WCVP
Brazil Brazil West-Central WCVP
Brazil Brazil Northeast WCVP
Brazil Brazil Southeast WCVP
Brazil Brazil North WCVP
Brazil Brazil South WCVP
Southern South America Paraguay WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Senna rugosa, is utilized in traditional medicine primarily through its specific botanical components. The leaves are highly valued for their therapeutic properties and are frequently prepared as herbal infusions or teas to stimulate digestive health. Additionally, the roots of the plant are also recognized for their medicinal potency and are often processed to harness their unique chemical constituents.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
leaves Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
root Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Senna rugosa has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2-Methoxystypandrone, CATECHIN, RUTIN, luteolin.

Chemicals reported in Senna rugosa
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
2-Methoxystypandrone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CATECHIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
RUTIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
luteolin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

2-Methoxystypandrone

  1. Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)

CATECHIN

  1. Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)

RUTIN

  1. Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)

luteolin

  1. Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Senna rugosa has 1 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Vermifuge.

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Vermifuge Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Senna rugosa has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include vermifuge.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
vermifuge Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
ethanolic extracts of the leaves (ELSR) Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
ethanolic extracts of the roots (ERSR) Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆