Hymenocallis latifolia var. latifolia
Hymenocallis latifolia var. latifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
scientifically known as Hymenocallis latifolia var. latifolia, is a remarkable medicinal plant prized for its unique therapeutic properties. Often found in tropical landscapes, this variety is valued in traditional medicine for its potential healing benefits. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal applications offers valuable insights into natural wellness practices.
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Hymenocallis Expansa · Pancratium Caymanense · 7 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Hymenocallis latifolia var. latifoliaSynonyms
- Hymenocallis expansa
- Pancratium caymanense
- Pancratium expansum
- Hymenocallis caymanensis
- Hymenocallis collieri
- Hymenocallis deleuilii
- Hymenocallis keyensis
- Hymenocallis kimballiae
- Hymenocallis expansa var. stricta
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, placing it within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Asparagales and the family Amaryllidaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Hymenocallis as the variety latifolia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Hymenocallis |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily found in the subtropical and tropical regions of the Caribbean and the southeastern United States. Within the Caribbean, its range includes the Bahamas, the Cayman Islands, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. It also maintains a presence in the southeastern United States, specifically in the state of Florida. These various locations highlight its preference for warm, coastal, or island environments. Overall, its distribution is concentrated within a specific maritime corridor in the Atlantic and Caribbean basins.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Florida |
| Caribbean | Bahamas |
| Caribbean | Cayman Is. |
| Caribbean | Cuba |
| Caribbean | Dominican Republic |
| Caribbean | Jamaica |
| Caribbean | Leeward Is. |
| Caribbean | Puerto Rico |
| Caribbean | Southwest Caribbean |
| Caribbean | Windward Is. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Hymenocallis latifolia var. latifolia has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
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Chemicals
Hymenocallis latifolia var. latifolia has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (+)-Hippeastrine, (+)-Tazettine, (-)-Haemanthidine, Pancratistatin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| (+)-Hippeastrine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (+)-Tazettine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Haemanthidine | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pancratistatin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
(+)-Hippeastrine
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(+)-Tazettine
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(-)-Haemanthidine
- Journal of natural products
Pancratistatin
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