Eysenhardtia platycarpa
Eysenaerdtia platycarpa, commonly known as the broad-fruited eysenaerdtia, is a unique medicinal plant native to specific tropical regions. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, its various parts possess bioactive compounds used to treat diverse ailments. Understanding its chemical properties is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacological developments.
- Scientific name: Eysenhardtia platycarpa
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is further categorized under the family Fabaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Eysenhardtia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eysenhardtia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a widespread presence throughout various regions of Mexico. Its geographical range includes a significant distribution across Mexico Central. Additionally, the species can be found growing in Mexico Northeast and Mexico Northwest. It also inhabits the landscapes of Mexico Southwest. Finally, the plant is documented within the territories of Mexico Southeast.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eysenhardtia platycarpa has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include D-pinitol, hexadecanoic acid, steroids, stigmasterol, sugars.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| D-pinitol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hexadecanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stigmasterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sugars | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |