Cornutia
Cornutia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Cornutia, is a remarkable medicinal plant revered in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, ranging from skin conditions to internal inflammation. Exploring its botanical characteristics and bioactive compounds reveals its significant potential in modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Hosta
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
CornutiaSynonyms
- Hosta
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Agnanthus
- Hostana
- Hosta (Verbenaceae)
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is specifically classified under the genus Cornutia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Cornutia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across various regions of Mexico. It can be found spanning the central, gulf, and southwest territories of the country. Additionally, its presence extends into the southeast portion of Mexico. Moving south, the species is also documented within the borders of Central America. Specifically, its geographical distribution includes the nation of Belize.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast |
| Central America | Belize |
| Central America | Costa Rica |
| Central America | Central American Pacific Is. |
| Central America | El Salvador |
| Central America | Guatemala |
| Central America | Honduras |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Cornutia has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Analgesic
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Antimicrobial
- Journal of ethnopharmacology
Antioxidant
- Journal of ethnopharmacology