Solanum paludosum
Solanum paludosum, commonly known as a member of the nightshade family, is a medicinal plant valued for its unique biochemical properties. Native to specific ecological niches, it contains bioactive compounds utilized in traditional healing practices. Understanding its botanical characteristics and therapeutic potential is essential for advancing natural pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Solanum paludosum
- Family: Solanaceae
- 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 Solanales, it is classified under the family Solanaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Solanum as the species Solanum paludosum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Solanaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Solanum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Solanum paludosum, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently called swamp nightshade, reflecting its typical marshy habitats. In Spanish, it is known as solanum de pantano, and in Portuguese, it is identified as solanum de pântano. Additionally, in French, the plant is commonly called solanum des marais.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily found across the northern regions of South America. Specifically, its range includes the territories of French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. It also extends into the nation of Venezuela, covering a significant portion of the northern landscape. Furthermore, the species can be located within Brazil, specifically in the Northeast region. Consequently, its distribution is concentrated within these tropical northern latitudes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Solanum paludosum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include solasodine, tomatidenol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| solasodine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tomatidenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Solanum paludosum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |