Haplophyton cimicidum
Haplophyton cimicidum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Haplophyton cimicium, scientifically known as Haplophyton cimiciudum, is a distinctive medicinal shrub native to specific arid regions. Traditionally valued in folk medicine, this plant is recognized for its unique botanical properties. Researchers continue to explore its potential chemical constituents for their bioactive effects and therapeutic applications in modern pharmacology.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Haplophyton cimicidumDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several distinct regions. Within Mexico, it can be found spanning from the Central region to the Southwest and Southeast areas. Its presence extends southward into Central America, specifically within the country of Guatemala. Additionally, the species reaches the Caribbean islands, where it is documented in Cuba. Together, these locations define the primary natural range of Haplophyton cimiciudum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Caribbean | Cuba | WCVP |
Chemicals
Haplophyton cimicidum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Betulin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Haplophyton cimicidum has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |