Calycolpus warszewiczianus
Calycolpus warszewiczianus, commonly known as a unique botanical specimen, is a rare plant species valued for its distinct medicinal properties. Found in specific tropical ecosystems, it offers significant potential in traditional healing practices. Understanding its phytochemical composition is essential for exploring its therapeutic applications in modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Calycolpus warszewiczianus
- Family: Myrtaceae
- 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 Myrtales, it is classified under the family Myrtaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Calycolpus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Calycolpus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated within the Central American region. Its natural habitat can be found extending through the diverse landscapes of Costa Rica. Additionally, the species is documented to inhabit various areas throughout Nicaragua. The geographical range further continues southward into the territory of Panamá. Consequently, these three countries represent the primary locations where this medicinal species occurs.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
Chemicals
Calycolpus warszewiczianus has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-epi-catechin, 5-galloylquercetin-3-O-alpha-L-arabinofuranoside, myricetin-3-O-alpha-L-arabinofuranoside.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-epi-catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 5-galloylquercetin-3-O-alpha-L-arabinofuranoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| myricetin-3-O-alpha-L-arabinofuranoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Calycolpus warszewiczianus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimalarial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Calycolpus warszewiczianus has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania mexicana.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania mexicana | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |