Maclura tinctoria
Maclurura tinctoria, commonly known as the tincture tree, is a fascinating medicinal plant prized for its potent bioactive compounds. Traditionally used in herbal remedies, it offers diverse therapeutic potential, particularly in addressing inflammatory conditions. Understanding its unique chemical profile is essential for exploring its role in modern natural medicine.
- Scientific name: Maclura tinctoria
- Family: Moraceae
- Native range: Northern 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 Rosales, it is classified under the family Moraeaee and the genus Maclurura.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Maclura | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across the diverse landscapes of Mexico. Its range extends significantly into the central regions of Mexico Central. Furthermore, it can be found thriving within the areas of Mexico Northeast and Mexico Gulf. The species also occupies the more western territories of Mexico Northwest. Finally, its distribution reaches into the southern stretches of Mexico Southwest.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
Chemicals
Maclura tinctoria has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 3'-(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-4'-O-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-4,2'-dihydroxychalcone, dihydrocudraflavone B, eriodictyol 7-O-beta-D-glucopyranoside, macluraxanthone B, macluraxanthone C.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 3'-(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-4'-O-beta-D-glucopyranosyl-4,2'-dihydroxychalcone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dihydrocudraflavone B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| eriodictyol 7-O-beta-D-glucopyranoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| macluraxanthone B | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| macluraxanthone C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| naringenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| naringenin 4'-O-beta-D-glucopyranoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Maclura tinctoria has 4 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Anticancer, Antimicrobial, Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Maclura tinctoria has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include HIV.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| HIV | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |