Croton reflexifolius
Croton reflexifolius, commonly known as the reflexed-leaf croton, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is traditionally used to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. This plant holds significant ethnobotanical importance, offering promising potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Croton reflexifolius
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae and falls under the genus Croton.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Croton | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Croton reflexifolius, is recognized by several different common names depending on the linguistic context. In French, it is referred to by the names Croton nudus and Oxydectes reflexifolia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fr | Croton nudus | Wikidata |
| fr | Oxydectes reflexifolia | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging presence across various regions within Mexico. Specifically, its habitat extends through the central parts of Mexico Central. It can also be found growing in the areas categorized as Mexico Northeast and Mexico Gulf. Furthermore, its distribution continues into the diverse landscapes of Mexico Southwest. Finally, the plant is documented to thrive within the region of Mexico Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Croton reflexifolius, possesses various components that are utilized in traditional medicine, with a particular focus on its stem bark. The stem bark is often collected and processed to extract bioactive compounds believed to hold significant therapeutic potential. While other parts of the plant may be studied, the stem bark remains a primary area of interest for its specific chemical properties and medicinal applications.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stembark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem bark | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Croton reflexifolius has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include polyalthic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| polyalthic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Croton reflexifolius has 3 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal, Antibacterial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Croton reflexifolius has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastric ulcer, gastritis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastric ulcer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastritis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |