Gordonia
Gordonia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Gordonia, scientifically known as Gordonia is a unique medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often utilized in traditional medicine, it contains bioactive compounds known to support healing and wellness. This plant offers significant potential in pharmacological research, highlighting its importance in natural remedies and holistic healthcare practices.
- Family
- Theaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Haemocharis · Lasianthus · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
GordoniaSynonyms
- Haemocharis
- Lasianthus
- Laplacea
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- Gordonia Newton, 1892
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ericales. Ultimately, it resides in the family Theaceae under the genus Gordonia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Gordonia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily located within the Southeastern United States. Its natural range includes specific regions across Alabama and Florida. Additionally, it can be found growing throughout the state of Georgia. The distribution extends further into Mississippi as well. Finally, this species is documented to inhabit parts of North Carolina.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Alabama |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Georgia |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Mississippi |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | North Carolina |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | South Carolina |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast |
| Central America | Costa Rica |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Activities
Gordonia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant
- Journal of ethnopharmacology