Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana
Juniperus depapeana var. depapeana, commonly known as the Depapean Juniper, is a resilient coniferous species native to Mexico. Renowned for its aromatic foliage and berry-like cones, this medicinal plant has been traditionally utilized in folk remedies to support digestive health and possess potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
- Scientific name: Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana
- Family: Cupressaceae
- Native range: Northern America
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Cupressaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Juniperus | 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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Activities
Juniperus deppeana var. deppeana has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Antinociceptive.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinociceptive | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |