Ferocactus echidne
Ferocactus echidne, commonly known as the Spiny Ember, is a rare medicinal succulent native to arid canyonlands. Renowned for its potent bioactive alkaloids, this remarkable plant is traditionally used to treat inflammatory ailments and soothe skin irritations. Its unique, glowing pigments serve as a key indicator of therapeutic potency.
- Scientific name: Ferocactus echidne
- Family: Cactaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales. Finally, it is a member of the family Cactaceae and falls under the genus Ferocactus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Cactaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ferocactus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, Ferocactus echidne, exhibits a specific regional presence within the country of Mexico. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the northeastern portions of the nation. Additionally, the species can be found extending into the coastal areas of the Mexican Gulf. These distinct zones define the core boundaries of its existing wild population. Consequently, its distribution is limited to these specific northeastern and gulf-side territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ferocactus echidne has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chlorogenic acid, diosmetin, gentisic acid, nicotinic acid, saponins.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chlorogenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diosmetin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gentisic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| nicotinic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ferocactus echidne has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |