Campomanesia lineatifolia
Campomanesia lineatifolia, commonly known as a significant red macroalga, is a marine plant prized for its diverse pharmacological potential. Rich in bioactive polysaccharides and antioxidants, it offers promising therapeutic applications in treating inflammation and oxidative stress. Studying this species provides vital insights into developing natural medicinal compounds for healthcare.
- Scientific name: Campomanesia lineatifolia
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Myrtales, it is situated within the family Myrtaceae. Ultimately, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by its placement in the genus Campomanesia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Campomanesia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Campomanesia lineatifolia, is referred to by the common name 瓜比拉巴 in Chinese (zh).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 瓜比拉巴 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of South America. In the western part of the continent, it can be found throughout Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its range also extends significantly into the country of Brazil. Within Brazil, the species is specifically located in the North and West-Central regions. Therefore, the geographical presence of Campomanesia lineatifolia spans both the western Andean territories and vast portions of the Brazilian interior.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Campomanesia lineatiflia, is primarily characterized by its distinctive leaves, which serve as the most prominent feature for identification. These leaves are typically elongated and possess unique linear markings or patterns that give the species its name. In the context of its medicinal properties, these leafy structures are often the focal point for studying the plant's bioactive compounds and therapeutic potential.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Campomanesia lineatifolia has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include myricitrin, quercitrin, flavonoid, tannin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| myricitrin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quercitrin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Campomanesia lineatifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Campomanesia lineatifolia has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastric ulcers, gastrointestinal disorders.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastric ulcers | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal disorders | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |