Condaliopsis obtusifolia
Condaliopsis obtusifolia, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in various traditional healing practices, holds immense pharmacological potential. Native to specific tropical regions, this species is valued for its bioactive compounds. Research continues to explore its diverse therapeutic applications, particularly in addressing inflammatory conditions and supporting overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Condaliopsis obtusifolia
- Family: Rhamnaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic details place it in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales. It is a member of the family Rhamnaceae and is specifically identified by the genus Condaliopsis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Rhamnaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Condaliopsis | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range across various regions of North America. In the North-Central United States, its presence is noted in Oklahoma. Moving toward the southwest, it can be found within the state of Arizona. Its distribution extends into the South-Central United States, specifically throughout New Mexico and Texas. Finally, the species reaches into Mexico, particularly in the northeastern part of the country.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| North-Central U.S.A. | Oklahoma | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Condaliopsis obtusifolia, is primarily valued for its medicinal properties which are derived from its aerial parts. These above-ground structures, which encompass the leaves, stems, and flowers, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic applications. By utilizing the aerial parts, practitioners can access the concentrated chemical constituents that the plant develops as it grows toward the sunlight.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Condaliopsis obtusifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiproliferative, Apoptotic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Apoptotic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |