Croton thurifer
Croton thufer, commonly known as the Incense Croton, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its aromatic resin, it has been used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments, respiratory issues, and inflammation. This plant remains a vital subject in ethnobotanical studies and pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Croton thurifer
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae. Ultimately, its scientific classification is defined by the genus Croton, specifically as the species Croton thurifera.
| 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 thurifera, is referred to in French by the common name Oxydectes thurifera.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fr | Oxydectes thurifera | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily recognized for its specific presence within the South American continent. Its geographical distribution is notably concentrated within the borders of Brazil. More specifically, the species is found residing in the northern regions of the country. This localized habitat suggests that the environmental conditions of Northern Brazil are ideal for its growth. Consequently, researchers focusing on this species primarily direct their field studies toward these specific Brazilian territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Croton thurifer, utilizes its leaves as a primary component in traditional medicinal practices. These leaves are often harvested and employed for their various therapeutic properties, frequently being used in topical applications or decoctions to treat specific ailments. The chemical constituents found within the leaf tissue contribute to the plant's overall medicinal profile, making this specific part essential for those utilizing the species in herbal remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Croton thurifer has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include C10H16.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| C10H16 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Croton thurifer has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus subtilis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |