Hedyosmum bonplandianum
Hedyosmum bonplandianum, commonly known as the "Maguey de monte," is a resilient shrub native to Mexico. Valued in traditional ethnobotany, this species offers significant medicinal potential. Research focuses on its bioactive compounds, which may provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, making it a subject of great pharmacological interest.
- Scientific name: Hedyosmum bonplandianum
- Family: Chloranthaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Chloranthales, it is situated in the family Chloranthaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Hedyosmum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Chloranthales | WCVP |
| Family | Chloranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hedyosmum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the tropical regions of the Americas. In Central America, its presence is documented within the borders of Costa Rica, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It can also be found extending through the country of Panamá. Furthermore, its range reaches into Western South America, specifically within Colombia. Together, these locations define the natural habitat of Hedysarum bonplandianum.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
| Central America | Panamá | WCVP |
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
Activities
Hedyosmum bonplandianum has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hedyosmum bonplandianum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |