Calea sessiliflora
Calea sessiliflora · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Calea sessiliflora, is a versatile medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse pharmacological properties, it is traditionally used to treat various ailments, including inflammation and digestive issues. Understanding its chemical composition offers promising insights into developing new natural therapeutic treatments.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Calea sessilifloraDistribution
This plant is found in a very specific and limited geographic area. Its distribution is primarily concentrated within the region of Western South America. More specifically, the species is native to the country of Colombia. Due to this restricted range, it is considered a localized botanical specimen. Understanding this specific habitat is essential for the conservation of the species.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western South America | Colombia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Calea sessiliflora has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antihypertensive, Vasodilator.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antihypertensive | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Vasodilator | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antihypertensive
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Vasodilator
- Journal of ethnopharmacology