Aristolochia brevipes
Aristolochia brevipes, commonly known as the short-petaled aristolochia, is a distinctive climbing herb native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its unique, tubular flowers, this species holds significant botanical interest. While historically explored for medicinal properties, careful study is essential due to the presence of potent bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Aristolochia brevipes
- Family: Aristolochiaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Aristolochia brevipes, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Piperales. Finally, it is classified under the family Aristolochiaceae and the genus Aristolochia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Piperales | WCVP |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Aristolochia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Aristolochia brevipes, is known by various names depending on the regional language and local traditions. In English, it is commonly referred to as the short-peduncled birthwort, while in Spanish, it is known as la aristolochia de pedicelo corto. In Portuguese, the plant is called aristolochia de pedicelo curto, and in French, it is referred to as aristoloche à pédicelle court.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, Aristolochia brevipes, exhibits a widespread presence across several key regions within Mexico. Its distribution spans the diverse landscapes of Mexico Central, where it thrives in varied local climates. Furthermore, the species can be found extending into the territories of Mexico Northeast. It also maintains a significant presence throughout the rugged terrain of Mexico Northwest. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal plant reaches into the areas of Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Aristolochia brevipes has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 9-amino-9-methoxy-3,4-dihydro-2H-benzo[h]-chromen-2-one, 9-methoxytariacuripyrone.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 9-amino-9-methoxy-3,4-dihydro-2H-benzo[h]-chromen-2-one | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 9-methoxytariacuripyrone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Aristolochia brevipes has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include tuberculosis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| tuberculosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |