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Huperzia crassa var. crassa

Huperzia crassa var. crassa · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

scientifically known as Huperzia crassa var. crassa, is a rare lycopod species native to specific regions of Southeast Asia. Renowned for its potent pharmacological properties, this medicinal plant contains huperzine A, a powerful acetylcholinesterase inhibitor widely studied for its potential to enhance cognitive function and treat neurodegenerative disorders.

Family
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Native range
Northern America
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Common names
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Scientific synonyms
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Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Huperzia crassa var. crassa

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution spanning from North America through the Central American isthmus. In the northernmost part of its range, it can be found within the Southwest region of Mexico. As one moves southward, its habitat extends into the country of Guatemala. The distribution continues through Honduras and into the nation of Costa Rica. Finally, the range reaches its southern extent in the territory of Panamá.

Region Area
Mexico Mexico Southwest
Central America Costa Rica
Central America Guatemala
Central America Honduras
Central America Panamá
Northern South America Venezuela
Western South America Bolivia
Western South America Colombia
Western South America Ecuador
Western South America Peru

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Huperzia crassa var. crassa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Selagine.

Chemicals reported in Huperzia crassa var. crassa
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Selagine 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Selagine

  1. Dr. Duke

Activities

Huperzia crassa var. crassa has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antialzheimeran?, Anticholinesterase, Antiglaucomic, Emetic.

Activities reported in Huperzia crassa var. crassa
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antialzheimeran? 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Anticholinesterase 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antiglaucomic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Emetic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antialzheimeran?

  1. Dr. Duke

Anticholinesterase

  1. Dr. Duke

Antiglaucomic

  1. Dr. Duke

Emetic

  1. Dr. Duke