Lobelia tupa
Lobelia tupa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (16 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Lobelia tupa, is a perennial herb native to the tropical regions of South America. Renowned in traditional medicine, particularly in Brazil, it is frequently utilized for its potent emetic and respiratory benefits. This plant contains unique alkaloids, making it a significant subject in ethnobotanical studies.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Lobelia tupaDistribution
This plant is found exclusively within the southern regions of South America. Its specific geographical range is concentrated in the territory of Chile. Within this country, the species is distributed across the central parts of Chile. Additionally, it can be located further down in southern Chile. Therefore, its habitat is restricted to these specific southern latitudes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southern South America | Chile Central | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Chile South | WCVP |
Chemicals
Lobelia tupa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include lobeline.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| lobeline | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
lobeline
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Lobelia tupa has 15 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiasthmatic, Antibronchitic, Antismoking, Bronchoconstrictor, Bronchodilator.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antiasthmatic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibronchitic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antismoking | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bronchoconstrictor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Bronchodilator | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CNS-Depressant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CNS-Stimulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Diuretic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Emetic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Expectorant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |