Baccharis pentziifolia var. pentziifolia
Baccharis pentziifolia var. pentziifolia, commonly known as the shrubby Baccharis, is a resilient medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat inflammation and infections, offering significant potential for modern bioactive compound research and development.
- Scientific name: Baccharis pentziifolia var. pentziifolia
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Asterales, falling within the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, it is identified as a member of the genus Baccharis, specifically the variety pentziifolia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Baccharis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is found within specific regions of Brazil. Its geographical presence is primarily concentrated in the Southeast part of the country. Additionally, the species extends its range into the South of Brazil. These two areas represent the core locations for its natural distribution. Therefore, its habitat is limited to these particular southern and southeastern Brazilian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |