Uncaria attenuata
Uncaria attenuata, commonly known as Cat's Claw, is a powerful medicinal vine native to the tropical rainforests of Peru. Renowned for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, this botanical powerhouse is widely used in traditional medicine to support immune function, combat infections, and promote overall cellular health and recovery.
- Scientific name: Uncaria attenuata
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Gentianaales, it is classified under the family Rubiaceae. Its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Uncaria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Rubiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Uncaria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Southeast Asia. Within the Indo-China region, its presence is documented in Thailand and the Andaman Islands. Moving into the Malesia zone, the species is widely distributed across the island of Borneo. It is also found throughout the Malay Peninsula, which is commonly referred to as Malaya. Furthermore, its habitat extends to the island of Jawa, completing its regional range.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Malesia | Borneo | WCVP |
| Malesia | Jawa | WCVP |
| Malesia | Malaya | WCVP |
| Malesia | Philippines | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sulawesi | WCVP |
| Malesia | Sumatera | WCVP |
Chemicals
Uncaria attenuata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include villocarine A.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| villocarine A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Uncaria attenuata has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include drug addiction, pain.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| drug addiction | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |