Eplingiella fruticosa
Eplingiella fruticosa, commonly known as a versatile medicinal shrub, is a significant botanical species valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this plant offers therapeutic potential in treating various ailments. Understanding its bioactive properties is essential for exploring its role in natural pharmacology and wellness.
- Scientific name: Eplingiella fruticosa
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Eplingiella.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eplingiella | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Eplingiella fruticosa, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic landscape of its habitat. In Portuguese, it is commonly referred to as erva-de-santa-luzia, while in Spanish, it is known as hierba de santa luzia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is found within specific regions of South America. Its natural habitat includes the diverse landscapes of Brazil. Specifically, its distribution spans across the Northeast region of the country. Additionally, the species can be located throughout the Southeast portion of Brazil. These two areas represent the primary geographical range for Eplingiella fruticosa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Eplingiella fruticosa, is a species valued for its chemical properties, particularly regarding its essential oil. The essential oil, which is typically extracted from the aromatic foliage and stems, contains a complex profile of volatile compounds that contribute to its medicinal potential. This concentrated extract serves as the primary bioactive component used in various traditional and pharmacological applications.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Eplingiella fruticosa has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-caryophyllene, 1,8-cineole, bicyclogermacrene.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (E)-caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,8-cineole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bicyclogermacrene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Eplingiella fruticosa has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eplingiella fruticosa has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Parkinson's disease, catalepsy, chronic pain, memory deficit.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Parkinson's disease | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catalepsy | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| chronic pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| memory deficit | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |