Galapagos croton
Croton scouleri var. scouleri · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Galapagos croton, scientifically known as Croton scouleri var. scouleri, is an endemic shrub vital to the archipelago's ecosystem. Renowned for its medicinal properties, this resilient plant is traditionally utilized in local healing practices. Understanding its unique biological role and pharmacological potential is essential for preserving Galapagos biodiversity and heritage.
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Galapagos Croton
- Scientific synonyms
- Croton Scouleri F. Macraei · Croton Rivinifolius Var. Albescens · 12 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- Galapagos croton
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Croton scouleri var. scouleriSynonyms
- Croton scouleri f. macraei
- Croton rivinifolius var. albescens
- Croton scouleri var. castellanus
- Croton scouleri var. glabriusculus
- Croton scouleri f. incanus
- Croton rivinifolius var. macraei
- Croton scouleri var. macraei
- Croton scouleri f. microphyllus
- Croton scouleri f. glabriusculus
- Croton scouleri f. verus
- Croton scouleri var. albescens
- Croton incanus var. microphyllus
- Croton macraei
- Croton albescens
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- chala
- mosquera
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 Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Euphorbiaceae and the genus Croton. Specifically, the variety is identified as Croton scouleri var. scouleri.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Croton |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is a specific variety of the Croton genus found in a very restricted area. Its geographical distribution is limited to the unique island ecosystems of Western South America. Specifically, this botanical variety is endemic to the Galápagos archipelago. Because it is confined to these islands, its natural range is highly localized. Consequently, the survival of this plant is closely tied to the environmental conditions of the Galápagos region.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western South America | Galápagos |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Croton scouleri var. scouleri has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,4,5-TRIMETHOXYCINNAMIC ACID, 3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID, Gallic acid, METHYL GALLATE, Magnoflorine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 3,4,5-TRIMETHOXYCINNAMIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gallic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| METHYL GALLATE | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Magnoflorine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
3,4,5-TRIMETHOXYCINNAMIC ACID
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3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOIC ACID
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Gallic acid
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METHYL GALLATE
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Magnoflorine
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