Struthanthus concinnus
Struthanthus concinnus, commonly known as the Velvet Bloom, is a rare medicinal plant prized for its potent antioxidant properties. Found in remote tropical highlands, its vibrant petals contain unique bioactive compounds used in traditional healing to reduce inflammation and support cellular regeneration, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Struthanthus concinnus
- Family: Loranthaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Santalales, it is a member of the family Loranthaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Struthanthus, specifically identified by its species name concinuus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Santalales | WCVP |
| Family | Loranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Struthanthus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Struchianthus conchinnus, is known by various names depending on the local language and region. In English, it is commonly referred to as the False Roselle, while in Malay, it is known as Roselle Palsu.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several regions of the South American continent. In Northern South America, it can be found inhabiting the territories of Guyana and Suriname. Moving toward the western portion of the continent, the species is also documented in Peru. Within Brazil, its presence is noted in the West-Central region. Additionally, the plant extends its range into the Northeast region of Brazil.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Struthanthus concinnus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include obtusifoliol, steroids, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| obtusifoliol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Struthanthus concinnus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include tuberculosis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tuberculosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |