Baccharis uncinella
Baccharis uncinella, commonly known as a medicinal shrub within the Asteraceae family, holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Native to specific South American regions, this plant is traditionally utilized for its potent bioactive compounds. Research continues to explore its therapeutic potential in treating inflammation and various skin conditions through natural extracts.
- Scientific name: Baccharis uncinella
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Specifically, it is identified by its genus name, Baccharis, and its species designation, uncinella.
| 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 exhibits a specific range within the South American continent. Its presence is documented primarily within the borders of Brazil. Specifically, the species can be found throughout the Southeast region of the country. Additionally, it is distributed across the South region of Brazil. These locations define its known natural geographical footprint.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil South | WCVP |
Chemicals
Baccharis uncinella has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include caryophyllene, caryophyllene oxide, limonene, spathulenol, viridiflorol.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caryophyllene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| limonene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| viridiflorol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Baccharis uncinella has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibiotic, Antiseptic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibiotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiseptic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |