Erythrostemon yucatanensis
Erythrostemon yucatanenensis, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in regional ethnobotany, holds profound therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical ecosystems, this species is valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Researchers are increasingly exploring its bioactive compounds to uncover new applications in pharmacology and traditional healing practices.
- Scientific name: Erythrostemon yucatanensis
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is a member of the family Fabaceae. It is specifically classified under the genus Erythrostemon as the species Erythrostemon yucatanenensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Erythrostemon | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Erythrostemon yuucatannensis, is known by several different names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In Spanish, it is commonly referred to as palo de sangre, while in Maya, it is known as x'palo' x'palo.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed throughout specific regions of Mexico and Central America. In Mexico, its presence is noted along the Gulf coast as well as throughout the southeastern part of the country. Moving into Central America, the species can be found spanning several different nations. It is documented within the territories of both Belize and Guatemala. Additionally, the geographical range extends southward into the country of Honduras.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
Chemicals
Erythrostemon yucatanensis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include campesterol, stigmasterol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| campesterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stigmasterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |