Hornschuchia obliqua
Hornschuchia obliqua, commonly known as a unique medicinal shrub, is a significant botanical species valued for its diverse therapeutic potential. Native to specific tropical regions, this plant is frequently utilized in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, offering a rich source of bioactive compounds for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Scientific name: Hornschuchia obliqua
- Family: Annonaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Magnoliales, it is classified under the family Annonaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Hornschuchia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Magnoliales | WCVP |
| Family | Annonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Hornschuchia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Hornschuchia obliqua, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the oblique hornschuchi, while in Spanish, it is commonly called hornschuchi obliqua. In Chinese, the plant is known as 斜叶角茎草 (xié yè jiǎo jīng cǎo).| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is specifically documented within a very restricted geographical range. Its presence is primarily confined to the northeastern region of Brazil. Within this particular territory, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions provided by the local climate. Because of this limited occurrence, the species is considered endemic to this part of the country. Consequently, understanding its habitat in Northeast Brazil is crucial for its continued conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Hornschuchia obliqua, possesses distinct morphological features in its vegetative structure that are often utilized in traditional medicinal practices. The stems serve as the primary structural support, facilitating the growth and orientation of the foliage toward light sources. Below the surface, the roots function as a critical anchoring system, absorbing essential nutrients and water from the soil to sustain the plant's physiological processes.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| stems | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Hornschuchia obliqua has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 4,5-didehydroguadiscine.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 4,5-didehydroguadiscine | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Hornschuchia obliqua has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include melanogenesis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| melanogenesis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |