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Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus

Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus, is a specialized medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Found in specific ecological niches, this variety is recognized in traditional medicine for its potential bioactive compounds. Understanding its botanical characteristics is essential for exploring its diverse applications in natural pharmacology.

Family
Acanthaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Anisacanthus Virgularis · Anisacanthus Quadrifidus Var. Brevilobus · 7 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Lamiales and the family Acanthaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Anisacanthus, specifically the variety quadrifidus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Lamiales
Family Acanthaceae
Genus Anisacanthus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a widespread distribution across various regions of Mexico. It can be found throughout the central part of the country, specifically within Mexico Central. Its presence also extends into the northeast, covering the territory of Mexico Northeast. Additionally, the species inhabits the coastal and inland areas of Mexico Gulf. Finally, the geographical range is completed by its occurrence in both Mexico Southwest and Mexico Southeast.

Region Area
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Southwest
Mexico Mexico Southeast

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Elenoside.

Chemicals reported in Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Elenoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Elenoside

  1. Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin

Activities

Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase.

Activities reported in Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anticholinesterase 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anticholinesterase

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Preparations

Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include elenoside.

Preparations reported for Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Elenoside 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Elenoside

  1. Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin