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Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum

Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum · Accepted scientific name

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, scientifically known as Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum, is a distinctive medicinal plant belonging to the Erythroxylaceae family. Renowned for its unique phytochemical profile, this variety holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Researchers study its bioactive compounds to explore potential therapeutic applications in pharmacology, emphasizing its value in traditional healing practices.

Family
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Native range
Northern America
Parts used
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Common names
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Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution stretching from North America through Central America. Within Mexico, it can be found inhabiting the Gulf region, the Southwest, and the Southeast. Its range extends southward into Central America, where it is documented in Belize. Additionally, the species is present within the tropical landscapes of Costa Rica. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environments where this variety thrives.

Region Area
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Southwest
Mexico Mexico Southeast
Central America Belize
Central America Costa Rica
Central America Guatemala
Central America Honduras
Central America Nicaragua
Central America Panamá
Caribbean Windward Is.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3,4,5-Trimethoxycinnamate, cocaine.

Chemicals reported in Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
3,4,5-Trimethoxycinnamate 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
cocaine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

3,4,5-Trimethoxycinnamate

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cocaine

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Activities

Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum has 26 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anesthetic, Anorexic, Antiarrhythmic, Antibacterial, Antiepistactic.

Activities reported in Erythroxylum macrophyllum var. macrophyllum
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Anesthetic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anorexic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiarrhythmic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antibacterial 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiepistactic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antifeedant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Arterioconstrictor 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
CNS-Stimulant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Cardiotonic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Convulsant 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Anesthetic

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Anorexic

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Antiarrhythmic

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Antibacterial

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Antiepistactic

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Antifeedant

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Arterioconstrictor

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CNS-Stimulant

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Cardiotonic

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Convulsant

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