Sideroxylon marginatum

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Calvaria marginata
• Sideroxylon mirmulano var. marginata
• Sideroxylon mirmulano var. edulis
• Sapota marginata

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Sideroxylon marginatum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Ericales and the family Sapotaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Sideroxylon.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Sideroxylon marginatum, possesses a very restricted and specific geographical range. It is native to the Macaronesian region, which is an archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean. Within this particular area, its distribution is limited to the islands of Cape Verde. Because of this narrow habitat, the species is considered an endemic element of the local flora. Understanding this localized presence is essential for the conservation efforts required to protect the species.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Sideroxylon marginatum is characterized by its structural classification as a phanerophyte, meaning its perennating buds are borne on aerial shoots well above the ground, allowing it to establish a robust and persistent presence in its habitat. Within the spectrum of plant life forms, it primarily functions as a phanerophyte, though its developmental stages and environmental adaptations can occasionally align with the characteristics of a nanophanerophyte depending on the specific growth habit and environmental stressors encountered during its lifecycle. This perennial nature enables the plant to maintain long-term survival through seasonal changes, utilizing its woody structure to protect its vital buds and ensure continuous regeneration and growth over multiple years.

Life form :

nanophanerophyte

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Sideroxylon marginatum is characterized by its distinct growth habit and structural composition. It functions as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its physical structure to ascend without requiring external hosts for structural stability. In terms of its ecological relationship, the plant is independent, meaning it does not exhibit parasitic behavior toward other organisms. Furthermore, it is a terrestrial species rather than an epiphyte, establishing its root system in the soil to obtain necessary nutrients and moisture. The plant is defined by its woody nature, possessing a firm, lignified stem structure that provides the strength required for its climbing habit.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Sideroxylon marginatum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include kaempferol, quercetin.

kaempferol

1. Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)

quercetin

1. Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)

Activities

Sideroxylon marginatum has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.

Antimalarial

1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Antimicrobial

1. Heliyon

Antioxidant

1. Heliyon

Conditions

Sideroxylon marginatum has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include malaria.

Malaria

1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Sideroxylon marginatum has 4 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include aqueous counterparts, aqueous extracts (infusions), ethanolic extracts, hydroethanolic extracts.

Aqueous counterparts

1. Heliyon

Aqueous extracts (infusions)

1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Ethanolic extracts

1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Hydroethanolic extracts

1. Heliyon