Brosimum alicastrum
Brosimum alicastrum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (220 studies) · ★★★★★
Brosimum alicastrum, scientifically known as Brosimum alicastrum, is a significant medicinal tree native to tropical regions. Renowned for its versatile therapeutic properties, various parts of the plant are utilized in traditional medicine to treat ailments ranging from skin infections to digestive issues, offering valuable bioactive compounds for holistic healing.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Brosimum alicastrumDistribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of the Southeastern United States, specifically inhabiting the state of Florida. Its distribution extends significantly into Mexico, where it occupies several distinct geographical regions. In the central part of Mexico, the species establishes a notable presence across the terrain. It is also widely distributed throughout the northeastern and gulf coastal areas of the country. Finally, the plant can be located within the northwestern territories of Mexico, completing its broad regional range.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
Chemicals
Brosimum alicastrum has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ash, CALCIUM, FAT, IRON, PHOSPHORUS.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Ash | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CALCIUM | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| FAT | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| IRON | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PHOSPHORUS | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-carotene | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| niacin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| riboflavin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thiamin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Ash
- Dr. Duke
CALCIUM
- Dr. Duke
FAT
- Dr. Duke
IRON
- Dr. Duke
PHOSPHORUS
- Dr. Duke
ascorbic acid
- Dr. Duke
beta-carotene
- Dr. Duke
niacin
- Dr. Duke
riboflavin
- Dr. Duke
thiamin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Brosimum alicastrum has 207 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Acidulant, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allergenic, Analgesic, Androgenic?.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Acidulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Androgenic? | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Angiotensin-Receptor-Blocker | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiAGE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCFS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCTS | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiCrohn's | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Brosimum alicastrum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hypertension, obesity.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| hypertension | Pharmacognosy research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| obesity | Pharmacognosy research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |