Astianthus viminalis Baill.
Astianthus viminalis · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Astianthus viminalis Baill., scientifically known as Astianthus viminalis, is a versatile medicinal plant native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and digestive issues. This botanical resource offers significant potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Family
- Bignoniaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Gelseminum Viminale · Astianthus Longifolius · 2 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Astianthus viminalis Baill.
- Achuchil
- palo de agua
German:
- Astianthus viminalis (Kunth) Baill.
French:
- Astianthus viminalis Baill.
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astianthus viminalisSynonyms
- Gelseminum viminale
- Astianthus longifolius
- Tecoma viminalis
- Bignonia viminalis
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 is a member of the family Bignoniaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Astianthus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Bignoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Astianthus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution throughout several regions of Mexico. It can be found across the central part of the country, spanning from Mexico Central to the Mexico Gulf coast. Additionally, its presence extends into the Mexico Southwest and the Mexico Southeast regions. Moving further south, the species is also documented within Central America. Specifically, one of its key locations in this region is El Salvador.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Astianthus viminalis, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in traditional medicinal practices. These leaves are often harvested and processed to extract various bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's therapeutic properties. In many herbal applications, the leaves are prepared as decoctions or infusions, serving as a key element in treatments aimed at addressing various health concerns.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Astianthus viminalis has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7,8-Dimethoxycoumarin, 7-Methoxycoumarin, OLEANOLIC ACID, Ursolic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 7,8-Dimethoxycoumarin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 7-Methoxycoumarin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| OLEANOLIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
7,8-Dimethoxycoumarin
- Journal of natural medicines
7-Methoxycoumarin
- Journal of natural medicines
OLEANOLIC ACID
- Journal of natural medicines
Ursolic acid
- Journal of natural medicines
Activities
Astianthus viminalis has 2 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Hypoglycemic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antidiabetic | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Astianthus viminalis has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antidiabetic, edema, hypoglycemic.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| antidiabetic | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| edema | Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemic | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| chloroform extract of the leaves | Journal of natural medicines (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| methanol extracts | Phytomedicine : international journal of phytotherapy and phytopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |