Zollernia ilicifolia
Zollernia ilicifolia, commonly known as a medicinal climber, is a fascinating plant valued in traditional herbal practices. Native to specific tropical regions, it possesses unique phytochemical properties. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds for potential therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing various ailments through its natural healing properties.
- Scientific name: Zollernia ilicifolia
- Family: Fabaceae
- 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 Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Zollernia. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined as Zollernia ilicifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zollernia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits an extensive presence across the diverse landscapes of Brazil. Its geographical range encompasses the lush environments found within Brazil North and Brazil Northeast. Additionally, the species can be located throughout the central territories of Brazil West-Central. It also extends its reach into the various regions of Brazil Southeast. Finally, the distribution of this medicinal plant concludes in the southern reaches of Brazil South.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
Activities
Zollernia ilicifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antiulcerogenic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiulcerogenic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Zollernia ilicifolia has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |