Vismia gracilis
Vismia gracilis, commonly known as a versatile medicinal shrub, is a significant botanical species valued in traditional medicine. Native to tropical regions, this plant contains unique phytochemicals used to treat various ailments. Understanding its biological properties is essential for exploring its potential therapeutic applications and contributing to modern ethnopharmacology.
- Scientific name: Vismia gracilis
- Family: Hypericaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Hypericaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Vismia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Hypericaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vismia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Vismia gracilis, is referred to by various common names depending on the local language and region. In English, it is frequently called the yellow vetchia, while in French, it is known as la vetchia jaune. In many parts of its native habitat, it is also recognized by the name vetchia jaune in French-speaking areas or simply referred to through its regional vernaculars.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across several regions of the South American continent. In the northern part of the continent, it can be found throughout French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. It also inhabits various territories within Venezuela, extending its reach across Northern South America. Moving toward the western side of the continent, the species is also documented in Bolivia. Consequently, the geographical range of Vismia gracilis spans from the northern coastal areas to the western interior.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Vismia gracilis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include vismiaquinone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| vismiaquinone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Vismia gracilis has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania infection.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania infection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |