Erythroxylum panamense
Erythroxylum panamense · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (27 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Erythroxylum panamense, is a significant medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Belonging to the Erythroxylaceae family, it is valued in traditional medicine for its unique phytochemical properties. Researchers study this species to uncover potential therapeutic applications, particularly regarding its bioactive compounds and pharmacological effects.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Erythroxylum panamenseDistribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution that spans from North America down through Central and South America. In North America, its range extends into the Mexico Gulf region. Moving southward through Central America, the species can be found inhabiting Costa Rica and Panamá. Its presence continues into Northern South America, specifically within the borders of Venezuela. Finally, the distribution reaches into Western South America, where it is documented in Colombia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Erythroxylum panamense has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cocaine.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cocaine | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Erythroxylum panamense has 26 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anesthetic, Anorexic, Antiarrhythmic, Antibacterial, Antiepistactic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anorexic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiarrhythmic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiepistactic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Arterioconstrictor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CNS-Stimulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cardiotonic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Convulsant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |