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Scientific
Classification
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Clade: Angiosperms
- Order: Lamiales
- Family: Bignoniaceae
- Genus: Tabebuia
- Species: T. rosea
Synonyms
- Tecoma rosea Bertol.
- Tabebuia pentaphylla (L.) Hemsl.
- Sparattosperma roseum (Bertol.) Miers
- Couralia rosea (Bertol.) Donn.Sm.
Species
ID: NMP-252;NCBI_Taxonomy ID: 429709;wfo-0001327544 Common
Names: Pink
trumpet tree or rosy trumpet tree in English. Description Tabebuia
rosea is
characterized by:
- Growth Form: A medium to large deciduous
tree, typically reaching up to 30 meters in height, with a straight bole
that can be up to 1 meter in diameter.
- Leaves: Palmately compound with five
leaflets, each leaflet being elliptic to oblong, with an acute to
acuminate apex.
- Flowers: Large, trumpet-shaped, pink to
purple, appearing in clusters while the tree is leafless, creating a striking
floral display.
- Fruit: Long, slender capsules up to
35 cm in length, containing numerous winged seeds.
Distribution
and Habitat Tabebuia
rosea is native
to:
- Regions: Southern Mexico through
Central America to Venezuela and Ecuador.
It
thrives in:
- Habitats: Moist or rather dry forests,
often in open fields or along roadsides, at elevations up to 1,200 meters.
The
species has been introduced to various tropical regions worldwide, including
parts of West Africa, where it is cultivated for ornamental purposes. Medicinal
Properties Traditional
uses of T. rosea include:
- Antiparasitic: Preparations of the bark are
consumed to eliminate intestinal parasites.
- Antimalarial: Used in the treatment of
malaria.
- Anticancer: Employed in traditional
medicine for uterine cancer.
- Antipyretic and Analgesic: Decoctions of the flowers,
leaves, and roots are used to reduce fevers and alleviate pain.
The
bark contains lapachol, a naphthoquinone compound with documented antimalarial
and antitrypanosomal effects. However, its potential as a cancer treatment is
limited due to toxic side effects. Known
Toxicity Lapachol,
found in the bark, has been associated with toxic side effects, including
reproductive toxicity and embryolethality in animal studies. Therefore, caution
is advised when using preparations containing lapachol, and consultation with
knowledgeable practitioners is recommended. Additional
Information
- Ornamental Use: Due to its stunning floral
display, T. rosea is widely planted along streets and in parks.
- Wood Utilization: The wood is used for various
purposes, including construction and furniture making, due to its
durability.
References - Plants of the World Online.
(n.d.). Tabebuia rosea (Bertol.) DC. Retrieved from
https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:111027-1
- Useful Tropical Plants. (n.d.).
Tabebuia rosea. Retrieved from https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Tabebuia+rosea
- Wikipedia contributors. (2023,
January 15). Tabebuia rosea. In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia.
Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tabebuia_rosea
External
Links - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tabebuia_rosea
- https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/flora/3/1/3171
- https://www.inaturalist.org/taxa/209270-Tabebuia-rosea
- https://tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Tabebuia+rosea
- https://www.worldfloraonline.org/taxon/wfo-0000780302
- https://www.gbif.org/species/176797172
- https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:111027-1
- https://www.gbif.org/species/3172537
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