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Madeira-vine

Anredera cordifolia · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Madeira-vine, scientifically known as Anredera cordifolia, is a vigorous, perennial climbing plant native to South America. Renowned for its heart-shaped leaves and tuberous roots, it is widely utilized in traditional medicine. These nutrient-rich tubers offer various therapeutic benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties for holistic wellness.

Family
Basellaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Madeira-Vine · Maderia-Vine · 8 more
Scientific synonyms
Anredera Cordifolia Subsp. Gracilis · Anredera Americana · 5 more

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Boussingaultia cordifolia
  • Papilla
  • Enredadera del mosquito
  • Boussingaultia gracilis
  • Boussingaultia basselloides
  • Boussingaultia gracilis var pseudobaselloides
  • Brotal
  • Boussingaultia gracilis var. pseudobaselloides
  • Enredadera papa
  • enredadera del mosquito
  • parra de Madeira
  • Brotal
  • Insulina

German:

  • Madeirawein
  • Basellkartoffel

French:

  • Anrédère à feuilles en cœur
  • Boussingaultie à feuilles en cœur

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Anredera cordifolia

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Basellaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Anredera.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Caryophyllales WCVP
Family Basellaceae WCVP
Genus Anredera WCVP

Distribution

This plant, Anemone cordifolia, exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the Mediterranean region. Its distribution is primarily found throughout Southwestern Europe, spanning several distinct territories. Specifically, it can be located in the coastal and island areas of France and Portugal. The species is also well-documented across the Iberian Peninsula, appearing in both Spain and the Baleares. Additionally, its presence extends to the island of Corse, rounding out its regional habitat.

Region Area Source
Southwestern Europe Baleares WCVP
Southwestern Europe Corse WCVP
Southwestern Europe France WCVP
Southwestern Europe Portugal WCVP
Southwestern Europe Spain WCVP
Southeastern Europe Italy WCVP
Southeastern Europe Kriti WCVP
Southeastern Europe Sicilia WCVP
Southeastern Europe NW. Balkan Pen. WCVP
Northern Africa Algeria WCVP

Chemicals

Anredera cordifolia has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3-Hydroxy-alpha-ionone, Calenduloside E, Larreagenin A, Procyanidin, Ursolic acid.

Chemicals reported in Anredera cordifolia
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
3-Hydroxy-alpha-ionone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Calenduloside E 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Larreagenin A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Procyanidin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Ursolic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Vitexin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
methyl linoleic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
oleic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

3-Hydroxy-alpha-ionone

  1. Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

Calenduloside E

  1. Acta medica Philippina

Larreagenin A

  1. Acta medica Philippina

Procyanidin

  1. Journal of tropical medicine

Ursolic acid

  1. Acta medica Philippina

Vitexin

  1. Journal of tropical medicine

methyl linoleic acid

  1. Journal of tropical medicine

oleic acid

  1. Journal of tropical medicine

Activities

Anredera cordifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antihypercholesterolemic.

Most Reported Activities

Activity Sources Consensus
Antihypercholesterolemic Acta medica Philippina (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Anredera cordifolia has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Diabetes mellitus, Hypercholesterolemia, SARS-CoV-2, hyperglycemia, sexually transmitted diseases.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
Diabetes mellitus Journal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Hypercholesterolemia Acta medica Philippina (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
SARS-CoV-2 Journal of tropical medicine (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
hyperglycemia Journal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
sexually transmitted diseases Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
Extracts Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆