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Isolatocereus dumortieri

Isolatocereus dumortieri · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Isolatocereus dumortieri, is a rare medicinal cactus valued in traditional healing practices. Renowned for its unique bioactive compounds, this plant is often utilized for its purported anti-inflammatory and restorative properties. Understanding its botanical characteristics and therapeutic potential remains essential for exploring its role in natural medicine.

Family
Cactaceae
Native range
Africa
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Rathbunia Dumortieri · Stenocereus Dumortieri · 2 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Isolatocereus dumortieri

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Órgano
  • Órgano cimarrón

German:

  • Cereus dumortieri

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized into the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales, falling under the family Cactaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Isolatocereus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Caryophyllales
Family Cactaceae
Genus Isolatocereus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning both Atlantic islands and various regions of North America. Within the Macaronesia region, it is specifically found documented in the Canary Islands. Its presence in Mexico is extensive, covering the Central and Northeast territories of the country. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the Mexican Gulf coastal areas. Finally, the plant can also be located within the Southwest region of Mexico.

Region Area
Macaronesia Canary Is.
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Southwest

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Morphology

The morphology of Isolatocereus dumortieri is characterized by a woody structure that exhibits a shrub-like growth form. Rather than being an aquatic or semiaquatic species, it is strictly terrestrial in its habitat and ecological positioning. As a self-supporting plant, it does not function as a climber, liana, or vine, nor does it rely on other structures for elevation. Furthermore, it is an independent organism, lacking any parasitic tendencies, and maintains a terrestrial existence rather than acting as an epiphyte.

Aquatic :
terrestrial
Climber :
self-supporting
Epiphyte :
terrestrial
Growth form :
shrub
Parasite :
independent
Woodiness :
woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Isolatocereus dumortieri has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Dumortierinoside A.

Chemicals reported in Isolatocereus dumortieri
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Dumortierinoside A 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Dumortierinoside A

  1. Journal of natural products