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alligator juniper

Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Alligator juniper, scientifically known as Juniperus depapeana var. depapeana, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to the arid landscapes of the American Southwest. Renowned for its rugged, alligator-like bark, this hardy plant plays a vital role in desert ecosystems, offering medicinal potential and providing essential habitat for wildlife.

Family
Cupressaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Alligator Juniper · Checker-Bark Juniper · 1 more
Scientific synonyms
Juniperus Deppeana Subsp. Sperryi · Juniperus Deppeana F. Sperryi · 11 more

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana

Synonyms

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • cedro chino
  • Táscate

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Pinidae and order Pinales, eventually reaching the family Cupressaceae. Within this lineage, it is specifically identified by the genus Juniperus.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Pinidae
Order Pinales
Family Cupressaceae
Genus Juniperus

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific range across the North American landscape. In the Southwestern United States, it can be found within the state of Arizona. Moving toward the South-Central United States, its distribution extends through New Mexico and Texas. The species also reaches into Mexico, specifically covering the central regions of the country. Finally, its presence is noted throughout the northeastern part of Mexico as well.

Region Area
Southwestern U.S.A. Arizona
South-Central U.S.A. New Mexico
South-Central U.S.A. Texas
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Northwest
Mexico Mexico Southwest

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2,2'-Thiobis(6-tert-butyl-p-cresol), ellagic acid, kaempferol, quercetin.

Chemicals reported in Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
2,2'-Thiobis(6-tert-butyl-p-cresol) 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
ellagic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
kaempferol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
quercetin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

2,2'-Thiobis(6-tert-butyl-p-cresol)

  1. Chemistry & biodiversity

ellagic acid

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

kaempferol

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

quercetin

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Activities

Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antinociceptive.

Activities reported in Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Analgesic 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Antinociceptive 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Analgesic

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology

Antinociceptive

  1. Journal of ethnopharmacology