Senna velutina
Senna velutina · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Senna velutina, is a remarkable medicinal shrub native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized for its powerful laxative properties. Understanding its chemical profile is essential for exploring its potential roles in modern pharmacological developments and herbal medicine.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Leaves · Roots
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cassia Velutina · Cassia Dysophylla
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Senna velutinaSynonyms
- Cassia velutina
- Cassia dysophylla
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. Finally, it is identified by the genus Senna, specifically as the species Senna velutina.
| 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 diverse presence across several regions of the South American continent. In Northern South America, its distribution includes the countries of Guyana and Venezuela. Moving toward the western part of the continent, the species can also be found in Bolivia. Within Brazil, it is widely spread throughout the Northeast region. Additionally, the plant is documented to grow within the West-Central area of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Senna velutina, utilizes various anatomical structures for its medicinal properties, most notably its leaves and roots. The leaves are a primary focus of interest, often containing specific bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's therapeutic profile. Additionally, the roots serve as a vital part of the organism, housing essential chemical constituents that are frequently studied or harvested for traditional medicinal applications.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves | Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Senna velutina has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Epicatechin, Epigallocatechin, Flavonoids, RUTIN.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Epicatechin | Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Epigallocatechin | Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| RUTIN | Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Senna velutina has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include melanoma.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| melanoma | Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ethanol extract | Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| extract of the roots | Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland) (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |