Gonzalezia hypargyrea
Gonzalezia hypargyrea · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Gonzalezia hypargyrea, scientifically known as Gonzalezia hypargyrea, is a medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional healing practices, this species contains bioactive compounds believed to offer anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. Exploring its phytochemical potential provides vital insights into developing natural treatments for various ailments.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Viguiera Hypargyrea
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Plateada
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Gonzalezia hypargyreaSynonyms
- Viguiera hypargyrea
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further organized into the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Specifically, this medicinal species is identified by the genus Gonzalezia and the species name Gonzalezia hypargyrea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gonzalezia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Gonzalezia hypargyrea, exhibits a specific range across the Mexican landscape. Its presence is documented within the diverse ecosystems of Mexico Northeast. Furthermore, the species can also be found extending into the regions of Mexico Northwest. This distribution suggests that the plant thrives in varied climatic conditions across these two major geographical zones. Consequently, its habitat spans a significant portion of the northern and northeastern territories of the country.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Gonzalezia hypargyrea has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ent-Beyer-15-en-19-oic acid, ent-Kaur-16-en-19-oic acid.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ent-Beyer-15-en-19-oic acid | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ent-Kaur-16-en-19-oic acid | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Gonzalezia hypargyrea has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Spasmolytic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Spasmolytic | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |