Gymnosperma glutinosum
Gymnosperma glutinosum, commonly known as the sticky gymnosperma, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional herbal medicine. Characterized by its resinous properties, it is frequently utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. This botanical species plays a crucial role in treating skin ailments and promoting overall holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Gymnosperma glutinosum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
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 Asterales. Ultimately, Gymnosperma glutinosum is a member of the family Asteraceae and falls under the genus Gymnosperma.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Gymnosperma | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Gymnosperma glutinosum, is referred to by the common name tatalencho in Spanish.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| es | tatalencho | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated across parts of North America. In the Southwestern United States, it can be found growing within the state of Arizona. Its range extends into the South-Central United States, specifically covering portions of New Mexico and Texas. Moving south into Mexico, the species is present in the central regions of the country. Additionally, the plant is distributed throughout the northeastern part of Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Gymnosperma glutinosum, is often utilized in traditional medicine, where the leaf serves as the primary part used for therapeutic purposes. The leaves are characterized by their distinctive texture and are frequently prepared as decoctions or poultices to harness their bioactive properties. By utilizing the leaf, practitioners aim to extract the specific medicinal compounds necessary for treating various ailments associated with this species.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Gymnosperma glutinosum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 5,7-dihydroxy-3,6,8,2',4',5'-hexamethoxyflavone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 5,7-dihydroxy-3,6,8,2',4',5'-hexamethoxyflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Gymnosperma glutinosum has 3 reported activities identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Gymnosperma glutinosum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Helicobacter pylori.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Helicobacter pylori | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |