Esenbeckia berlandieri subsp. berlandieri
Esenbeckia berlandieri berlandieri
Esenbeckia berlandieri subsp. berlandieri, commonly known as the Berlandieri's Senna, is a significant medicinal shrub native to Mexico. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, including digestive issues and inflammatory conditions, offering valuable insights for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Esenbeckia berlandieri subsp. berlandieri
- Family: Rutaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, taxonomically identified as Esenbeckia berlandieri subsp. berlandieri, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Sapindales and the family Rutaceae. Finally, it is situated within the genus Esenbeckia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Rutaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Esenbeckia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the common name Esenbeckia berlandieri berlandieri in English, is a specific subspecies within the botanical classification of the genus Esenbeckia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Esenbeckia berlandieri berlandieri | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is geographically distributed across specific regions within North America. In the South-Central United States, its presence is noted in the state of Texas. Moving into Mexico, it can be found throughout the northeastern part of the country. Additionally, the species occupies territories within the Gulf region of Mexico. Finally, its range extends into the southeastern portions of Mexico as well.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Eschenbeckia berlandieri subsp. berlandieri, is characterized by its distinct foliage, as its medicinal properties and botanical identification are closely tied to its leaves. These leaves serve as a vital component of the plant's structure, typically presenting a specific shape and arrangement that distinguishes this subspecies within its habitat. In many traditional applications, the chemical constituents found within these leaves are the focus of study for their potential therapeutic benefits.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Esenbeckia berlandieri subsp. berlandieri has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |