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 |
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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 | ★☆☆☆☆ |