Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus
Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus, commonly known as the Four-leaf Anisacanthus, is a distinctive medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its unique floral structure, this plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its potential therapeutic properties, offering bioactive compounds used to support various holistic healing practices and wellness.
- Scientific name: Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus
- Family: Acanthaceae
- Native range: Northern America
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Acanthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Anisacanthus | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus, is utilized in medicinal applications primarily through its aerial parts. These above-ground structures, which encompass the stems, leaves, and reproductive organs such as the flowers, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic properties. By harvesting the aerial parts, practitioners can access the concentrated chemical constituents distributed throughout the plant's visible growth above the soil line.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. quadrifidus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anticholinesterase.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anticholinesterase | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |