Cestrum forsythii
Cestrum forsythii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Cestrum forsythii, is a versatile medicinal plant cherished in traditional herbal medicine. Renowned for its therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, including inflammation and skin conditions. Exploring its botanical characteristics and pharmacological potential reveals its significant value in natural healing practices.
- Family
- Solanaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Cestrum forsythiiSources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized under the order Solanales and the family Solanaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Cestrum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Cestrum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Cestrum forsythii, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its natural occurrence is primarily concentrated within the Caribbean region. More specifically, this species can be found inhabiting the Windward Islands. This localized distribution suggests that the plant is adapted to the unique environmental conditions of these particular islands. Consequently, its presence is a characteristic feature of the regional flora in this part of the archipelago.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Caribbean | Windward Is. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Cestrum forsythii has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CATECHIN, CHLOROGENIC ACID, Octadecyl acetate, Phytol, SYRINGIC ACID.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| CATECHIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Octadecyl acetate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SYRINGIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Solanidine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| TRICOSANE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ferulic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
CATECHIN
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
CHLOROGENIC ACID
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Octadecyl acetate
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Phytol
- Chemistry & biodiversity
SYRINGIC ACID
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
Solanidine
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
TRICOSANE
- Chemistry & biodiversity
ferulic acid
- Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)