Arracacia xanthorrhiza
Arracacia xanthorrhiza · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (224 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Arracaacia xanthorrhiza, is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Often referred to as arracacha, its nutrient-rich tubers are prized for their therapeutic properties. Traditionally used to support digestion and boost energy, this plant offers significant nutritional value and potential pharmacological benefits in holistic medicine.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Arracacia xanthorrhizaDistribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within Central America. Specifically, its presence is documented in the countries of Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. It can also be found growing within the borders of Costa Rica. Beyond the mainland, its geographical range extends into the Caribbean. Notably, the species is known to inhabit the island of Cuba.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Haiti | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Jamaica | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Puerto Rico | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago | WCVP |
Chemicals
Arracacia xanthorrhiza has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ash, CALCIUM, FAT, IRON, PHOSPHORUS.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FAT | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IRON | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PHOSPHORUS | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STARCH | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-carotene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| niacin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| riboflavin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ash
- Dr. Duke
CALCIUM
- Dr. Duke
FAT
- Dr. Duke
IRON
- Dr. Duke
PHOSPHORUS
- Dr. Duke
STARCH
- Dr. Duke
ascorbic acid
- Dr. Duke
beta-carotene
- Dr. Duke
niacin
- Dr. Duke
riboflavin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Arracacia xanthorrhiza has 212 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Absorbent, Acidulant, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allergenic, Analgesic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Absorbent | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acidulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Androgenic? | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angiotensin-Receptor-Blocker | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiAGE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCFS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCTS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |