Cleonia lusitanica
Cleonia lusitanica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (213 studies) · ★★★★★
, scientifically known as Cleonia lusitaniica, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Native to specific tropical regions, this species is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Its unique bioactive compounds offer significant potential for pharmacological research and natural healing practices worldwide.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Cleonia lusitanicaDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution primarily concentrated within the Mediterranean region. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing across the territories of Portugal and Spain. Its range extends further south into Northern Africa, where it is present in Algeria. Additionally, the species is documented within the borders of Morocco. Finally, its distribution encompasses the coastal and inland areas of Tunisia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Cleonia lusitanica has 34 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole, ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE, ALPHA-PINENE, BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE, BETA-PINENE.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-Cineole | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BORNYL ACETATE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Borneol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CAMPHENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Caryophyllene epoxide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Dihydrocarveol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Cleonia lusitanica has 179 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, ACE-Inhibitor, AChE-Inhibitor, Abortifacient.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Chronotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ACE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AChE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Abortifacient | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |