Ambrosia acanthicarpa
Ambrosia acanthicarpa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ambrosia acanthicarpa, is a specialized medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Native to specific ecological niches, it contains bioactive compounds used in traditional healing practices. Understanding its botanical characteristics and chemical composition is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacological research and development.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ambrosia acanthicarpaDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific range across parts of North America. In Western Canada, its distribution includes the provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Moving south into the Northwestern United States, the species can also be found in Idaho. Additionally, its presence extends into the state of Colorado. Collectively, these regions define the known geographical boundaries for Ambrosia acanthocarpa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Canada | Alberta | WCVP |
| Western Canada | Manitoba | WCVP |
| Western Canada | Saskatchewan | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Colorado | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Idaho | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Montana | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Oregon | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Washington | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Wyoming | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Kansas | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ambrosia acanthicarpa has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Chamissonin, Chamissonin diacetate.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Chamissonin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Chamissonin diacetate | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ambrosia acanthicarpa has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |