Lasiocephalus ovatus
Lasiochelaphus ovatus, commonly known as the oval-leaved plant, is a remarkable medicinal species valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional herbal medicine, it contains unique bioactive compounds used to treat various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and healing potential is essential for exploring its significant pharmacological applications.
- Scientific name: Lasiocephalus ovatus
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Lasiocephalus, specifically the species Lasiocephalus ovatus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Lasiocephalus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Lasciocephalus ovatus, exhibits a specific geographical range within the Western South American region. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated in the diverse landscapes of Colombia. Additionally, the species can be found growing throughout the territory of Ecuador. These two countries represent the core areas where the plant is naturally distributed. Therefore, its presence is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions of these western South American nations.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Colombia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lasiocephalus ovatus has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include germacrene D, kessane, neophytadiene, silphinene, spathulenol.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| germacrene D | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kessane | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| neophytadiene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| silphinene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| viridiflorol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Lasiocephalus ovatus has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |