Anemopaegma
Anemopaegma · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Anemopaegma, is a fascinating genus of flowering plants within the Annonaceae family. Renowned for its unique botanical characteristics and potential therapeutic properties, this plant holds significant interest in ethnobotany. Exploring its medicinal applications offers valuable insights into natural pharmacology and traditional healing practices worldwide.
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Cupulissa · Platolaria · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
AnemopaegmaSynonyms
- Cupulissa
- Platolaria
- Pseudopaegma
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Cupulissa
- Pseudopaegma
- Platolaria
- bejucos de trompeta
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Lamiales and the family Bignoniaceae. Ultimately, this medicinal species is identified by the genus Anemopaegma.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Bignoniaceae |
| Genus | Anemopaegma |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions in North and Central America. Within Mexico, it can be found spanning the Gulf coast, the Southwest, and the Southeast. Its presence extends southward into Central America, where it is documented in Belize. Additionally, the species is recorded in the country of Costa Rica. These diverse locations highlight the plant's ability to inhabit various tropical and subtropical environments.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast |
| Central America | Belize |
| Central America | Costa Rica |
| Central America | El Salvador |
| Central America | Guatemala |
| Central America | Honduras |
| Central America | Nicaragua |
| Central America | Panamá |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Anemopaegma has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Aphrodisiac.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Aphrodisiac | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Aphrodisiac
- Planta medica
Preparations
Anemopaegma has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include bark drugs.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Bark drugs | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Bark drugs
- Planta medica