Triplaris gardneriana
Triplaris gardneriana, commonly known as the Gardners's Tripari, is a rare medicinal shrub native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized in various herbal remedies to treat inflammatory conditions, promote digestive health, and support overall systemic wellness.
- Scientific name: Triplaris gardneriana
- Family: Polygonaceae
- 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 Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Polygonaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Triplaris, specifically as the species Triplaris gardneriana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Polygonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Triplaris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Triplaris gardneriana, is known by various names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Angelim tree, while in Portuguese, it is known as Angelim-do-mato. In Spanish, the species is identified as Angelim.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several regions of South America. In Western South America, its presence is documented within the countries of Bolivia and Peru. The species also extends into the vast territory of Brazil, covering multiple distinct zones. Specifically, it can be found in Brazil West-Central as well as the Brazil Northeast region. Finally, its range includes the Brazil Southeast area, completing its wide continental spread.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Triplaris gardneriana, is characterized by its unique reproductive structures, specifically the fruit which contains the functional parts for propagation. In the context of its botanical morphology, the development of new individuals relies on the dispersal of its seeds. Each individual seed is integral to the plant's life cycle, ensuring the continuation of the species within its natural habitat.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| seed | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Triplaris gardneriana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, hippuric acid.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hippuric acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Triplaris gardneriana has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, leishmaniasis, lipid peroxidation, malaria, oxidative stress.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leishmaniasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lipid peroxidation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| malaria | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxidative stress | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| venereal diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |