Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum
Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum, commonly known as the Rugose Toothache Tree, is a significant medicinal plant found in tropical regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, it is traditionally used to treat various ailments, particularly dental pain, inflammation, and digestive issues, offering immense pharmacological potential for modern medicine.
- Scientific name: Zanthoxylum caribaeum subsp. rugosum
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Zanthoxylum, specifically the subspecies caribaeum rugosum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zanthoxylum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of South America. In Brazil, its presence is noted throughout the West-Central, Northeast, and Southeast territories. It can also be found extending into the southern reaches of Brazil. Beyond Brazilian borders, the species is distributed within the southern part of South America. Specifically, its geographical range includes the country of Paraguay.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |