Dysphania incisa
Dysphania inciosa, commonly known as the "jagged dysphania," is a versatile medicinal herb found in tropical regions. Valued in traditional medicine, it possesses significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This plant is frequently utilized in herbal remedies to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and various inflammatory conditions across diverse cultures.
- Scientific name: Dysphania incisa
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Caryophyllales and is a member of the family Amaranthaceae. It is specifically identified under the genus Dysphania.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dysphania | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a scattered geographical distribution across several distinct regions of the world. In Middle Europe, its presence has been documented specifically within Germany. Moving to the North American continent, it can be found in the Northwestern United States in Colorado. Its range also extends significantly into the Northeastern United States. Specifically, this species inhabits the states of Maine, Massachusetts, and New York.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Northwestern U.S.A. | Colorado | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Maine | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | Massachusetts | WCVP |
| Northeastern U.S.A. | New York | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Utah | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Louisiana | WCVP |
Activities
Dysphania incisa has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antinociceptive.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |