Algrizea minor
Algrizea minor, commonly known as a specialized medicinal herb, offers significant therapeutic potential in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant is frequently utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Understanding its botanical characteristics and pharmacological benefits is essential for exploring its medicinal applications.
- Scientific name: Algrizea minor
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Myrtales, falling into the family Myrtaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Algrizea, specifically as the species Algrizea minor.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Algrizea | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Algrizea minor, is referred to by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently called small algrizea, while in Spanish, it is known as algrizea menor. In Portuguese, the plant is identified as algrizea menor, and in French, it is referred to as petite algrizea.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Algrizea minor, exhibits a very specific and localized geographical distribution. Its occurrence is strictly limited to the sovereign territory of Brazil. Within the country, the species is found exclusively in the Northeast region. This particular area is characterized by distinct climatic conditions that support its growth. Consequently, the plant's natural habitat remains confined to this specific corner of South America.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Algrizea minor has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-Caryophyllene, Bicyclogermacrene, Germacrene D, Limonene.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (E)-Caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bicyclogermacrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Germacrene D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Limonene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Algrizea minor has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antinociceptive.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Algrizea minor has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include pain.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |