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Marina filiciformis

Marina filiciformis · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Marina filiciformis, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its unique therapeutic properties. Renowned in traditional healing practices, this species offers diverse bioactive compounds capable of addressing various ailments. Understanding its botanical characteristics and medicinal potential is essential for exploring its significant contributions to natural pharmacology.

Family
Fabaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Root
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Dalea Filiciformis · Parosela Filiciformis

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Marina filiciformis

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Marina.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae
Genus Marina

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a wide geographical range across North America, spanning from the United States into several regions of Mexico. In the Southwestern United States, its presence is documented within the state of Arizona. Moving eastward, its distribution extends into the South-Central United States, specifically covering New Mexico. The species is also well-established throughout Mexico, occurring in the Central and Northeast regions. Additionally, the plant can be found inhabiting the coastal areas of Mexico's Gulf region.

Region Area
Southwestern U.S.A. Arizona
South-Central U.S.A. New Mexico
Mexico Mexico Central
Mexico Mexico Northeast
Mexico Mexico Gulf
Mexico Mexico Southwest

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Plant Parts

Marina filiciformis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Plant parts reported in Marina filiciformis
Plant part Supporting sources Consensus
Root 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Root

  1. Journal of natural products

Chemicals

Marina filiciformis has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Daleformis.

Chemicals reported in Marina filiciformis
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Daleformis 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Daleformis

  1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Marina filiciformis has 1 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include MeOH-CH2Cl2 extract of the roots.

Preparations reported for Marina filiciformis
Preparation Supporting sources Consensus
Meoh-ch2cl2 extract of the roots 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Meoh-ch2cl2 extract of the roots

  1. Journal of natural products