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Desmodium molliculum · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Mana缺yuya, scientifically known as Desmodium molliculum, is a resilient perennial legume native to northern climates. Often referred to as hairy desmodium, this plant is valued for its nitrogen-fixing capabilities and ecological importance. In traditional practices, its medicinal properties are explored for their potential therapeutic benefits in holistic healing.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Dried Leaves
Common names
Manayupa
Scientific synonyms
Hedysarum Molliculum · Meibomia Mollicula · 3 more

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Manayupa (Perú)
  • Pata de perro
  • Amor seco
  • Pata de perro

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Desmodium molliculum

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Desmodium molliculum, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, falling within the order Fabales. Furthermore, it is a member of the Fabaceae family and is categorized under the genus Desmodium.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Fabales WCVP
Family Fabaceae WCVP
Genus Desmodium WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad presence across several key regions within the country of Mexico. Its distribution begins in the central part of Mexico, where it occupies significant territory. Moving toward the coastal and eastern areas, the species can also be found throughout Mexico Northeast and the Mexico Gulf regions. Additionally, the plant extends its reach into the western territories of Mexico Northwest. Finally, its geographical range concludes with its presence in the Mexico Southwest area.

Region Area Source
Mexico Mexico Central WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northeast WCVP
Mexico Mexico Gulf WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northwest WCVP
Mexico Mexico Southwest WCVP
Mexico Mexico Southeast WCVP
Central America Costa Rica WCVP
Central America Guatemala WCVP
Central America Honduras WCVP
Central America Nicaragua WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, known as Desmodium molliculum, is often utilized in traditional medicine through the preparation of its dried leaves. These leaves are carefully harvested and processed to preserve their therapeutic properties, which are then used in various infusions or herbal remedies to address specific health concerns. By utilizing the dried leaves, practitioners can ensure a stable form of the plant material that is easy to store and dose for medicinal purposes.
Plant Part Sources Confidence
dried leaves Preventive nutrition and food science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Desmodium molliculum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include CHLOROGENIC ACID, Flavonoids, TANNIC ACID.

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
CHLOROGENIC ACID Frontiers in plant science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Flavonoids Preventive nutrition and food science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
TANNIC ACID Frontiers in plant science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Medicinal Uses

Desmodium molliculum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include stomach ulcers, wound healing.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Confidence
stomach ulcers Frontiers in plant science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
wound healing Frontiers in plant science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Confidence
dried Preventive nutrition and food science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
tea infusions Preventive nutrition and food science (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆