Baccharis gaudichaudiana

Baccharis gaudichaudiana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (19 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Baccharis gaudichaudiaana, is a resilient medicinal shrub native to South American landscapes. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological potential, this plant is traditionally utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds to develop innovative natural treatments for various ailments.

Family
Asteraceae
Native range
Southern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Baccharis Articulata Var. Gaudichaudiana

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Baccharis gaudichaudiana

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further categorized under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Baccharis, specifically as the species Baccharis gaudichaudiaana.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Asterales
Family Asteraceae
Genus Baccharis

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the southern regions of the South American continent. In Brazil, its presence is primarily recorded throughout the southern portion of the country. Its range extends into Argentina, where it can be found in both the northeast and northwest territories. Additionally, the species is documented to grow within the borders of Paraguay. Together, these locations define the core geographical footprint of Baccharis gaudichauidiana.

Region Area
Brazil Brazil South
Southern South America Argentina Northeast
Southern South America Argentina Northwest
Southern South America Paraguay

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Baccharis gaudichauidiana is characterized by its growth form as a woody shrub that functions as a self-supporting plant. It is a terrestrial species, neither aquatic nor semiaquatic, and it does not exhibit climbing habits such as lianas or vines, nor does it act as an epiphyte. Furthermore, the plant is an independent organism, lacking any parasitic tendencies.

Aquatic :
terrestrial
Climber :
self-supporting
Epiphyte :
terrestrial
Growth form :
shrub
Parasite :
independent
Woodiness :
woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Baccharis gaudichaudiana has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include apigenin, 13-Epi-15,16-epoxy-15alpha-methoxy-ent-clerod-3-en-18-oic acid, 15,16-epoxy-15alpha-methoxy-ent-clerod-3-en-18-oic acid, 4,10-Aromadendranediol, 7-Oxo-16-hydroxy-ent-clerod-3-en-15-oic acid methyl ester -18,19-olide.

Chemicals reported in Baccharis gaudichaudiana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
apigenin 2 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
13-Epi-15,16-epoxy-15alpha-methoxy-ent-clerod-3-en-18-oic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
15,16-epoxy-15alpha-methoxy-ent-clerod-3-en-18-oic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
4,10-Aromadendranediol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
7-Oxo-16-hydroxy-ent-clerod-3-en-15-oic acid methyl ester -18,19-olide 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Gaudichaudone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Hispidulin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Kobusone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Spathulenol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Ursolic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

apigenin

  1. Journal of natural products
  2. Virology journal

13-Epi-15,16-epoxy-15alpha-methoxy-ent-clerod-3-en-18-oic acid

  1. Journal of natural products

15,16-epoxy-15alpha-methoxy-ent-clerod-3-en-18-oic acid

  1. Journal of natural products

4,10-Aromadendranediol

  1. Journal of natural products

7-Oxo-16-hydroxy-ent-clerod-3-en-15-oic acid methyl ester -18,19-olide

  1. Journal of natural products

Gaudichaudone

  1. Journal of natural products

Hispidulin

  1. Journal of natural products

Kobusone

  1. Journal of natural products

Spathulenol

  1. Journal of natural products

Ursolic acid

  1. Journal of natural products

Activities

Baccharis gaudichaudiana has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.

Activities reported in Baccharis gaudichaudiana
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Cytotoxic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Cytotoxic

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Preparations Sources Consensus
dried twigs Journal of natural products (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
organic (OE) and aqueous extracts (AE) Virology journal (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆