Karwinskia parvifolia
Karwinskia parvifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Karwinskia parvifolia, scientifically known as Karwinskia parvifolia, is a charming perennial herb native to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. Often admired for its delicate, bell-shaped flowers and lush foliage, this plant holds potential in traditional medicine. Its unique botanical properties continue to fascinate researchers studying natural bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Rhamnaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Fruit · Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Karwinskia Parvifolia Var. Pubescens · Karwinskia Pubescens
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Karwinskia parvifoliaSynonyms
- Karwinskia parvifolia var. pubescens
- Karwinskia pubescens
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Cacachila
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Rosales, it is further categorized under the family Rhamnaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by its specific genus, Karwinskia.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Karwinskia |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is specifically found within a localized region of North America. Its documented presence is restricted to the country of Mexico. Within this nation, the species is situated in the Northwest territory. This narrow distribution suggests that the plant thrives in the unique environmental conditions of that specific area. Consequently, its geographical range is quite limited to these particular Mexican landscapes.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Karwinskia parvifolia has 2 reported plant parts identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit, root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Natural product letters
Root
- Phytochemistry
Chemicals
Karwinskia parvifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Tullidinol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Tullidinol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Tullidinol
- Phytochemistry
Activities
Karwinskia parvifolia has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic, Neurotoxin.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neurotoxin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Cytotoxic
- Natural product letters
Neurotoxin
- Phytochemistry
Conditions
Karwinskia parvifolia has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include tumor cell lines.
| Condition | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Tumor cell lines | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Tumor cell lines
- Natural product letters
Preparations
Karwinskia parvifolia has 2 reported preparations identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include fruit extracts, fruits.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit extracts | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fruits | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit extracts
- Natural product letters
Fruits
- Natural product letters