Amphiachyris amoena
Amphiachyris amoena, commonly known as the coastal shrub, is a unique medicinal plant native to specific maritime ecosystems. Valued for its bioactive compounds, it offers significant therapeutic potential in traditional practices. Exploring its phytochemical properties reveals fascinating possibilities for modern pharmacology and the development of natural healing treatments.
- Scientific name: Amphiachyris amoena
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Amphiachyris amoena, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Amphiachyris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Amphiachyris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Amphiachyris amoena, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Sweet Pea-tree, while in Spanish, it is known as el Guayacán.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very limited and specific geographical range. It is primarily found within the South-Central region of the United States. Specifically, its natural habitat is concentrated within the state of Texas. Due to this narrow distribution, it is considered a localized species. Consequently, its presence is restricted to particular ecological niches found in that area.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Amphiachyris amoena, is primarily valued for its aerial parts, which encompass the various structures growing above the soil. These above-ground parts typically include the stems, leaves, and reproductive organs, which are often the components harvested for their medicinal properties and bioactive compounds.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| above-ground parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Amphiachyris amoena has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include D, amoenolide A, amoenolide A 19-aldehyde, amoenolide K, amoenolide K 19-acetate.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amoenolide A | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amoenolide A 19-aldehyde | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amoenolide K | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amoenolide K 19-acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amoenolide L | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amoenolide M | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |