Galactia jussiaeana
Galactia jussiaeana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (74 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
Galactia jussiaeana, scientifically known as Galactia jussiaeana, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, it is frequently utilized to treat various ailments, including inflammation and digestive issues. Understanding its phytochemical profile is essential for exploring its potential in modern pharmacology.
- Family
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- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Galactia jussiaeanaDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range extending from North America through the Caribbean. In Mexico, its presence is specifically noted within the southeastern regions of the country. Its distribution continues through Central America, where it can be found in Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Furthermore, the species reaches the Caribbean islands, specifically inhabiting Cuba. Together, these locations highlight a significant tropical and subtropical footprint for Galactia jussiaeana.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Trinidad-Tobago | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Guyana | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Suriname | WCVP |
| Northern South America | Venezuela | WCVP |
Chemicals
Galactia jussiaeana has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include genistein, hydroxygenistein.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| genistein | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydroxygenistein | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Galactia jussiaeana has 72 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Abortifacient, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor, Antiaggregant, Antiangiogenic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Abortifacient | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiaggregant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiangiogenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiatherosclerotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer (Breast) | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic (Breast) | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticlimacteric | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiendoccytotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |