Siolmatra brasiliensis

Siolmatra brasiliensis, commonly known as a potent medicinal herb, holds significant value in traditional ethnobotanical practices. Native to specific tropical regions, this plant is celebrated for its diverse bioactive compounds. Researchers continue to explore its pharmacological potential, focusing on its ability to offer therapeutic benefits for various health conditions.

  • Scientific name: Siolmatra brasiliensis
  • Family: Cucurbitaceae
  • Native range: Southern America

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Siolmatra brasiliensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Cucurbitaleales, falling into the family Cucurbitaceae. Finally, it is identified under the specific genus Siolmatra.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Cucurbitales WCVP
Family Cucurbitaceae WCVP
Genus Siolmatra WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Solymatra brasiliensis, is known by various local names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Portuguese, it is commonly referred to as solymatra, while in Spanish, it is known as solymatra. These common names reflect its regional presence and traditional usage within the botanical landscapes where it is found.
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions of South America. In the western part of the continent, its presence is documented in both Bolivia and Peru. Moving toward the east, it is extensively found throughout the country of Brazil. Within Brazil, the species is specifically located in the West-Central, Northeast, and Southeast regions. Consequently, its habitat spans a diverse range of ecosystems across both western and central South American territories.

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

Chemicals

Siolmatra brasiliensis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cayaponoside A1, cayaponoside B4, cayaponoside D, triterpenoids.

Total chemicals
4
Scientific sources
4

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
cayaponoside A1 1 ★☆☆☆☆
cayaponoside B4 1 ★☆☆☆☆
cayaponoside D 1 ★☆☆☆☆
triterpenoids 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Activities

Siolmatra brasiliensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antinociceptive.

Total activities
1
Scientific sources
1

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Confidence
Antinociceptive 1 ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Siolmatra brasiliensis has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include glycosuria, hyperglycemia, ulcers.

Total uses
3
Scientific sources
3

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
glycosuria 1 ★☆☆☆☆
hyperglycemia 1 ★☆☆☆☆
ulcers 1 ★☆☆☆☆