Acaena magellanica
Acaena magellanica, commonly known as Magellanic Acaena, is a resilient subantarctic herb native to the rugged landscapes of South America. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, this low-growing plant offers unique bioactive properties. Exploring its medicinal potential provides vital insights into the natural healing traditions of extreme southern ecosystems.
- Scientific name: Acaena magellanica
- Family: Rosaceae
- 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 Rosales and the family Rosaceae, it is classified under the genus Acaena. Specifically, the species is identified as Acaena magellanica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rosaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Acaena | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence across the southern regions of South America. Its distribution spans the northern and central parts of Chile, reaching all the way down to the southern coast. In Argentina, it is found in both the northwest territories and the southernmost provinces. This specific pattern shows that the species thrives in various climates within the southern cone. Consequently, its geographical range covers a significant portion of the southern tip of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Argentina South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile North | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile South | WCVP |
| Subantarctic Islands | Amsterdam-St.Paul Is. | WCVP |
| Subantarctic Islands | Crozet Is. | WCVP |
| Subantarctic Islands | Falkland Is. | WCVP |
| Subantarctic Islands | Heard-McDonald Is. | WCVP |
| Subantarctic Islands | Kerguelen | WCVP |
Activities
Acaena magellanica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |