Hofmeisteria schaffneri
Hofmeisteria schaffneri, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in traditional Central American practices, belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic potential, this species is often utilized in folk remedies to treat various ailments, offering valuable insights into the intersection of ethnobotany and modern pharmacology.
- Scientific name: Hofmeisteria schaffneri
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Asterales. Finally, it is classified under the family Asteraceae within the genus Hofmeisteria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hofmeisteria | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Hofmeisteria schaffneri, is known by various names depending on the regional language and local tradition. In Spanish, it is commonly referred to as yerba de la tusa, while in English, it is known as schaffner's hofmeisteria.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within the country of Mexico. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in three distinct areas. Specifically, it can be found growing throughout Mexico Central. Additionally, the species is documented within the territories of Mexico Northeast. Finally, the plant's presence extends into the regions of Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hofmeisteria schaffneri, possesses various chemical profiles derived from its different plant parts that contribute to its medicinal potential. The therapeutic properties are often concentrated within its essential oil, which contains volatile compounds responsible for its distinct aroma and biological activity. Additionally, researchers utilize both aqueous and organic extracts to isolate a broader spectrum of bioactive constituents, ensuring that both water-soluble and lipid-soluble compounds are captured for pharmacological study.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| essential oil | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aqueous and organic extracts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hofmeisteria schaffneri has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3',4',4a',9a'-tetrahydro-6,7'-dimethylspiro[benzofuran-3(2H),2'-pyrano[2,3-b]benzofuran]-2,4a'-diol, beta-carotene, euparin, hofmeisterin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3',4',4a',9a'-tetrahydro-6,7'-dimethylspiro[benzofuran-3(2H),2'-pyrano[2,3-b]benzofuran]-2,4a'-diol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-carotene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| euparin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hofmeisterin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hofmeisteria schaffneri has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include pain.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| pain | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |