Siparuna brasiliensis
Siparuna brasiliensis, commonly known as "reina clavo," is a versatile medicinal shrub native to South American rainforests. Renowned for its aromatic foliage, it is traditionally used in folk medicine to treat skin infections, respiratory ailments, and inflammation. Its potent bioactive compounds offer significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Siparuna brasiliensis
- Family: Siparunaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Laurales, it is classified under the family Siparunaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Siparuna and the specific species Siparuna brasiliensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Laurales | WCVP |
| Family | Siparunaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Siparuna | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Siparuna brasiliensis, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In Portuguese, it is frequently referred to as erva-de-santa-luzia, while in Spanish, it is commonly called sipa o sipa runa. These local names reflect the plant's deep-rooted presence in traditional botanical knowledge across South America.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Siparuna brasiliensis, exhibits a specific distribution pattern within the borders of Brazil. It can be found growing naturally across the West-Central region of the country. Additionally, the species extends its range into the Northeast territory. Its presence is also documented throughout the Southeast part of Brazil. Together, these locations define the primary geographical footprint of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Siparuuna brasilensis, is primarily valued for its medicinal properties derived from its lush, green leaves. These leaves are the most significant part of the plant used in traditional herbal practices, often being prepared as infusions or decoctions to treat various ailments. The chemical constituents found within the leaf tissue are responsible for the plant's bioactive effects, making the foliage the central component in its therapeutic applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Siparuna brasiliensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, polyphenols.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |