Thouinia striata
Thouinia striata, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in tropical regions, is valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this species contains bioactive compounds believed to offer anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits, making it a subject of interest for ethnobotanical and pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Thouinia striata
- Family: Sapindaceae
- 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 Sapindales, it is classified under the family Sapindaceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by its placement within the genus Thouinia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Sapindaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Thouinia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Thouinia striata, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the striate thouinia, while in Spanish, it is identified as thouinia estriada. In Portuguese, the plant is known as thouinia estriada, and in French, it is called thouinia striée.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Within the vast expanse of the Caribbean region, its presence is notably documented. Specifically, Thouinia striata can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Puerto Rico. This localized distribution suggests that the species is adapted to the unique environmental conditions of this island. Consequently, its habitat remains concentrated within this particular tropical territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean | Puerto Rico | WCVP |
Activities
Thouinia striata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticancer, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Thouinia striata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include breast cancer.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| breast cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |