Chaptalia nutans
Chaptalia nutans, commonly known as the nodding chaptalia, is a medicinal herbaceous plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its unique drooping flowers, it holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditional healers utilize various parts of the plant to treat diverse ailments, leveraging its natural bioactive compounds for therapeutic healing purposes.
- Scientific name: Chaptalia nutans
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, known scientifically as Chaptalia nutans, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Chaptalia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chaptalia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Chaptalia nutans, is referred to by the common name Urqu wira-wira in the qu language.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| qu | Urqu wira-wira (Chaptalia nutans) | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Chaptalia nutans, exhibits a widespread presence across various regions of Mexico. Its distribution encompasses the diverse landscapes found throughout Mexico Central and the coastal stretches of Mexico Gulf. Additionally, the species can be located in the rugged terrains of Mexico Northeast. The plant's range further extends into the arid environments of Mexico Northwest. Finally, it is also documented as being native to the regions of Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Chapatalia nutans, utilizes its various structures for growth and survival, with a particular focus on its underground components. The roots serve as the foundational system, anchoring the plant firmly into the soil while facilitating the absorption of essential water and minerals necessary for its medicinal properties. This root system provides the structural stability required to support the plant's aerial parts, ensuring that it can thrive in its natural habitat.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Chaptalia nutans has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumarins, flavonoids, terpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Chaptalia nutans has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include wounds.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |