Austroflourensia fiebrigii
Austroflourensia fiebrigii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (14 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Austroflourensia fiebrigii, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, this species possesses unique bioactive compounds often utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal potential offers vital insights into natural pharmacology and plant-based wellness.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Flourensia Fiebrigii · Flourensia Blakeana
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Austroflourensia fiebrigiiSynonyms
- Flourensia fiebrigii
- Flourensia blakeana
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales. Finally, it is a member of the family Asteraceae and the genus Austroflourensia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Austroflourensia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the South American continent. Its presence is documented within the regions of Western South America, specifically in Bolivia. Furthermore, it extends into the southern portion of the continent. In this area, the species is found within the Northwest of Argentina. Together, these locations define the primary geographical range for Austroflorensia fiebrigii.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Austroflourensia fiebrigii has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (2Z)-4,6-dihydroxy-2-[(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)methylidene]-1-benzofuran-3-one, Benzopyran, Encecalin, Flavonoids, Isobavachin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (2Z)-4,6-dihydroxy-2-[(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)methylidene]-1-benzofuran-3-one | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Benzopyran | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Encecalin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isobavachin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoflavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Lignan | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Limocitrin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sesquiterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sitosterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(2Z)-4,6-dihydroxy-2-[(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)methylidene]-1-benzofuran-3-one
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Benzopyran
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Encecalin
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Flavonoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Isobavachin
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Isoflavonoids
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Lignan
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Limocitrin
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Sesquiterpenes
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Sitosterol
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Activities
Austroflourensia fiebrigii has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Expectorant, Purgative.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Expectorant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Purgative | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Expectorant
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Purgative
- Journal of ethnopharmacology