Syagrus
Syagrus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Syagrus, scientifically known as Syagrus, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its potent therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, it contains bioactive compounds that support wellness. This guide explores its unique botanical characteristics, traditional uses, and the scientific potential that makes this species a vital natural resource.
- Family
- Arecaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Platenia · Langsdorffia · 9 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
SyagrusSynonyms
- Platenia
- Langsdorffia
- Microcoelum
- Chrysallidosperma
- Barbosa
- Arecastrum
- Arikury
- Arikuryroba
- × Lytoagrus
- Lytocaryum
- Rhyticocos
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Palmeras pindó y parientes
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Arecales and the family Arecaceae, it is classified under the genus Syagrus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Arecales |
| Family | Arecaceae |
| Genus | Syagrus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide and diverse geographical distribution spanning several continents. In the Western Indian Ocean, its presence can be noted specifically in Mauritius. The species also extends to Australia, where it is found within the regions of New South Wales and Queensland. Moving across the globe to the Americas, it inhabits the Southeastern United States, particularly in Florida. Finally, its range reaches into Central America, specifically within the borders of El Salvador.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius |
| Australia | New South Wales |
| Australia | Queensland |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida |
| Central America | El Salvador |
| Central America | Honduras |
| Caribbean | Leeward Is. |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago |
| Caribbean | Windward Is. |
| Northern South America | French Guiana |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Syagrus has 6 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase, Antioxidant, Antiparasitic, Antiulcerogenic, Hypoglycemic.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinesterase | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiparasitic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiulcerogenic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Prebiotic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Anticholinesterase
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Antioxidant
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Antiparasitic
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Antiulcerogenic
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Hypoglycemic
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM
Prebiotic
- Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM