Erythroxylum pulchrum
Erythroxylum pulchrum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (29 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Erythroxylum pulchrum, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Belonging to the Erythroxylaceae family, this species is studied for its bioactive compounds. Its traditional use in folk medicine highlights its potential role in supporting holistic wellness and advancing modern pharmacological research.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Erythroxylum pulchrumDistribution
This plant is primarily found within the diverse landscapes of Brazil. Its presence is notably recorded in the Northeast region of the country. Furthermore, the species can also be located within the Southeast territory of Brazil. These specific areas represent its known geographical range within South America. Consequently, its distribution is concentrated in these two distinct Brazilian regions.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Erythroxylum pulchrum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cinnamoylcocaine, beta-Cocaine, cocaine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cinnamoylcocaine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-Cocaine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cocaine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cinnamoylcocaine
- Dr. Duke
beta-Cocaine
- Dr. Duke
cocaine
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Erythroxylum pulchrum 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 | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |