Eugenia tinifolia
Eugenia tinifolia, commonly known as the tiniifolia or small-leafed Eugenia, is a versatile medicinal shrub valued in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat inflammation, digestive issues, and skin ailments, offering a natural approach to holistic wellness and healing.
- Scientific name: Eugenia tinifolia
- Family: Myrtaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Myrtales and the family Myrtaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Eugenia.
| 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 tiniifolia, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the tiny-leaved Eugenia, while in Spanish, it is commonly called mirtilo or mirtilo de hoja pequeña. In Portuguese, the plant is known as mirtilo, and in French, it is called mirtillo.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known as Eugenia tinifolia, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its presence is primarily documented within the unique ecosystems of the Western Indian Ocean. Specifically, the species is native to the island nation of Mauritius. This localized distribution suggests that the plant is endemic to this particular oceanic region. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the specific environmental conditions found in these island habitats.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eugenia tinifolia has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-catechin, gallocatechin.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-catechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gallocatechin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Eugenia tinifolia has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include colorectal carcinoma, oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| colorectal carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |