Siparuna guianensis
Siparuna guianenesis, commonly known as a medicinal shrub in South American traditional medicine, is valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Rich in bioactive alkaloids and flavonoids, this plant is frequently utilized to treat inflammatory conditions, digestive ailments, and various skin infections, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Siparuna guianensis
- Family: Siparunaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Siparuna guianenensis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Laurales. Finally, it is classified under the family Siparunaceae and the genus Siparuna.
| 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, known scientifically as Siparuna guianenensis, is recognized by various common names depending on the region and local language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Siparuuna, while in Portuguese, it is known as Siparuuna. Within certain linguistic groups, it is called Guianan siparuuna, and it is also identified by the name Siparuuna-guianense.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several regions within the Neotropics. In Central America, its presence is documented across Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panamá. Moving toward the Caribbean, it can also be found in Trinidad and Tobago. Furthermore, the species extends into Northern South America, specifically within French Guiana. Together, these locations highlight the broad range inhabited by Siparuna guianenensis.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago | WCVP |
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Siparuna guianensis, is highly valued in traditional medicine due to the bioactive compounds found within its various botanical components. The medicinal potency is largely concentrated in its volatile fractions, specifically the aromatic essential oils extracted from the leaves and stems. These essential oils contain a complex profile of terpenes and other organic compounds that contribute to the plant's therapeutic properties. Furthermore, the presence of fixed oils within the plant tissues helps to stabilize these volatile elements, ensuring that the essential oil remains a potent agent for treating various ailments.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oils | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oils | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Siparuna guianensis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AChE-Inhibitor, Cytostatic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| AChE-Inhibitor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytostatic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Siparuna guianensis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include tumor cell lines.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tumor cell lines | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |