Acourtia cordata
Acourtia cordata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Acourtia cordata, scientifically known as Acourtia cordata, is a resilient perennial herb native to various tropical and subtropical regions. Often recognized by its heart-shaped leaves and delicate blooms, this plant is valued in traditional medicine for its potential therapeutic properties and its role within diverse ecological ecosystems.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Perdicium Cordatum · Perezia Hebeclada Var. Urolepis · 2 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Acourtia cordataSynonyms
- Perdicium cordatum
- Perezia hebeclada var. urolepis
- Acourtia hebeclada
- Perezia hebeclada
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- coapatli
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Acourtia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Acourtia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical presence across several distinct regions of Mexico. Specifically, its range extends through the central territories of Mexico Central. It is also found spreading across the landscapes of Mexico Northeast. Furthermore, the species is documented within the coastal and inland areas of Mexico Gulf. Finally, its distribution reaches into the various environments of Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Acourtia cordata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Hydroxyperezone monoangelate.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxyperezone monoangelate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Hydroxyperezone monoangelate
- Journal of ethnopharmacology