Goeppertia allouia
Goeppertia allouia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Sparse (93 studies) · ★★☆☆☆
Goeppertia allouia, scientifically known as Goeppertia allouia, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this species contains unique bioactive compounds believed to support wellness. Exploring its pharmacological potential offers exciting possibilities for developing new natural treatments and herbal remedies.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Goeppertia allouiaDistribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical presence across several distinct regions in Mexico. Specifically, it can be found throughout Mexico Central and along the Mexico Gulf coast. Its distribution also extends into the Mexico Southwest and the Mexico Southeast territories. Beyond the Mexican mainland, the species is also documented within the Caribbean, specifically in Cuba. Together, these locations define the natural range of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Haiti | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Jamaica | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Leeward Is. | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Puerto Rico | WCVP |
Chemicals
Goeppertia allouia has 19 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include GLUTAMIC ACID, Isoleucine, STARCH, alanine, arginine.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| GLUTAMIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isoleucine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| STARCH | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alanine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arginine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aspartic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cystine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| histidine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hydroxyproline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
GLUTAMIC ACID
- Dr. Duke
Isoleucine
- Dr. Duke
STARCH
- Dr. Duke
alanine
- Dr. Duke
arginine
- Dr. Duke
aspartic acid
- Dr. Duke
cystine
- Dr. Duke
glycine
- Dr. Duke
histidine
- Dr. Duke
hydroxyproline
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Goeppertia allouia has 74 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Absorbent, Adjuvant, AntiADD, Antiacid, Antialdosteronic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Absorbent | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Adjuvant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AntiADD | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiacid | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialdosteronic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialkali? | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antialkalotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiarteriosclerotic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticataract | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidepressant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |