Tovomita guianensis
Tovomita guianensis, commonly known as a significant medicinal shrub in South American biodiversity, holds great pharmacological potential. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this plant is studied for its unique bioactive compounds. Research continues to explore its diverse therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing various inflammatory and systemic ailments.
- Scientific name: Tovomita guianensis
- Family: Clusiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Tovomita guianenis, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Malpighiales and the family Clusiaceae. Finally, its taxonomic classification is completed by its placement within the genus Tovomita.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Clusiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tovomita | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Tovomita guianensis, is known by various local names depending on the region and language. In Portuguese, it is commonly referred to as guavira, while in Spanish, it is often called guavira or guayavira. In some local contexts, it may also be known as uvaia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the tropical regions of Northern South America. It can be found growing across the territories of French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. Additionally, its natural range extends into the country of Venezuela. Within the borders of Brazil, the species is specifically located in the Northeast region. This pattern indicates that the plant thrives in the humid environments characteristic of these specific northern areas.
| 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 North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Tovomita guianensis, possesses medicinal properties that are primarily derived from its various anatomical structures, with particular attention often paid to the roots. While the foliage and bark may hold biological significance, the roots serve as a vital component of the plant's chemical profile, acting as a storage organ for specialized secondary metabolites. In traditional applications, these underground parts are carefully harvested to extract the bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic use.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Tovomita guianensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |