Chaetogastra kingii
Chaetogastra kingii, commonly known as a vital medicinal plant, holds significant importance in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this species is frequently utilized to treat various ailments. Understanding its pharmacological properties and ecological role is essential for advancing natural medicine and discovering new therapeutic possibilities.
- Scientific name: Chaetogastra kingii
- Family: Melastomataceae
- 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 Melastomaceae and the genus Chaetogastra. Specifically, it is identified by the species name Chaetogastra kingii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Melastomataceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chaetogastra | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Chaetogastra kingii, is known by various names depending on the regional language and local context. In English, it is commonly referred to as King's Chaetogastra, while in Spanish, it is known as Chaetogastra de King. In French, the species is identified as Chaetogastra de King, and in German, it is called King-Chaetogastra.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is specifically documented within a very narrow geographical range. It is primarily found located in the western region of South America. Within this continent, its presence is specifically noted in the country of Colombia. Because its distribution is so localized, it represents a unique component of the regional flora. Consequently, the species is considered endemic to this specific South American territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Chaetogastra kingii, is primarily utilized in medicinal applications through its aerial parts. These above-ground structures, which include the stems and leaves, contain the concentrated bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic properties. By harvesting the aerial parts, practitioners can access the plant's vital constituents while the root system remains intact in the soil.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Chaetogastra kingii has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Cytoprotective.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |