Epithelantha micromeris
Epithelantha micromeris, commonly known as the tiny-flowered epithelantha, is a rare, creeping perennial herb native to specific habitats in Mexico. Often utilized in traditional botanical studies, this delicate species is characterized by its minute blooms and unique morphology, offering valuable insights into the medicinal biodiversity of its endemic region.
- Scientific name: Epithelantha micromeris
- Family: Cactaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales, it is situated in the family Cactaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus name Epithelantha.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Cactaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Epithelantha | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Epithelantha micromeris, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Swedish, it is called Knappkaktus, while in Chinese—including the simplified Chinese (zh-cn) and traditional Chinese (zh-tw) variants—it is known as 月世界. Additionally, in Spanish, it is commonly referred to as Mulatto.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| sv | Knappkaktus | Wikidata |
| zh | 月世界 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 月世界 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 月世界 | Wikidata |
| es | Mulatto | Wikidata |
| es | Biznaga-blanca Chilona | Wikidata |
| es | Tapone | Wikidata |
| nl | knoopcactus | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the southwestern and south-central regions of the United States. Within the southwestern United States, it can be found specifically in the state of Arizona. Moving toward the south-central United States, the species inhabits parts of New Mexico and Texas. Its range also extends southward into the country of Mexico. Specifically, in Mexico, the plant is located within the northeastern region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Epithelantha micromeris has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include beta-sitosterol, oleanolic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleanolic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Epithelantha micromeris has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Toxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Toxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |