Eugenia patrisii
Eugenia patriasi, commonly known as a rare botanical treasure, belongs to the Myrtaceae family. Often found in specific tropical ecosystems, this medicinal plant is valued for its unique phytochemical properties. Researchers explore its potential in traditional healing practices, focusing on its bioactive compounds and diverse therapeutic applications in pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Eugenia patrisii
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Native range: Southern 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 Myrtales, it is classified under the family Myrtaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Eugenia, and its species name, patriisii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Myrtales | WCVP |
| Family | Myrtaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eugenia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Eugenia patriasii, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context. In English, it is commonly referred to as the Patrasia Eugenia, while in Portuguese, it is known as Eugenia-de-patrasia. In Spanish, the species is called Eugenia de patrasia.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the northern and western regions of South America. In the northern part of the continent, it can be found throughout French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. Its presence also extends into the territory of Venezuela within Northern South America. Moving toward the western side of the continent, the species is documented in Bolivia. Consequently, its range spans several diverse ecological zones across these specific South American nations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eugenia patrisii has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (E)-caryophyllene, caryophyllene oxide.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (E)-caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caryophyllene oxide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |