Vochysia divergens
Vochysia divergens, commonly known as the Golden Vochysia, is a remarkable medicinal plant native to tropical landscapes. Renowned for its vibrant yellow blooms, this species holds significant ethnobotanical value. It is traditionally utilized in various cultures for its potent bioactive properties to treat diverse ailments and support holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Vochysia divergens
- Family: Vochysiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Myrtales. Finally, it is a member of the family Vochysiaceae and falls under the genus Vochysia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Vochysiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vochysia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern within the South American continent. Its presence is recorded in the western regions of the continent, specifically within Bolivia. Furthermore, the species extends into the Brazilian territory. Within Brazil, its habitat is localized to the West-Central area. These locations define the known geographical range of Vochysia divergens.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Vochysia divergens has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 8 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,5-dihydroxybenzyl alcohol, 5-methoxyflavone, 5-methylmellein, daldinone A, isocercosporin.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 8
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2,5-dihydroxybenzyl alcohol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-methoxyflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-methylmellein | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| daldinone A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isocercosporin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lasiodiplodin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rutin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sclerone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Vochysia divergens has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Cytotoxic, Genotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Genotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Vochysia divergens has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include asthma, diarrhea, respiratory infections, scarring, skin diseases.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| asthma | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| respiratory infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| scarring | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| skin diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |