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pariparoba

Piper umbellatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Piperales ›Family: Piperaceae ›Genus: Piper

About

Pothomorphe umbellatum, or pariparoba, is a plant of Amazonian origin that has been traditionally used in folk remedies for digestive and liver-related maladies. In 2002, a research group based at the Tokyo Medical and Dental University discovered antibacterial properties of the plant specific to Helicobacter pylori. Two years later in laboratory testing at the Pharmaceutical Sciences College (FCF) of the University of São Paulo, molecules found within the plant were demonstrated to have UVB-protective properties. For

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pariparoba?
The scientific name of pariparoba is Piper umbellatum.
What is the conservation status of pariparoba?
The pariparoba has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does pariparoba belong to?
pariparoba belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does pariparoba belong to?
pariparoba belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does pariparoba belong to?
pariparoba belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does pariparoba belong to?
pariparoba belongs to the order Piperales.
What family does pariparoba belong to?
pariparoba belongs to the family Piperaceae.
What genus does pariparoba belong to?
pariparoba belongs to the genus Piper.