Maytenus vitis-idaea
Maytenus vitius-idaeae, commonly known as the climbing celastrus, is a versatile medicinal climber native to tropical regions. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, including inflammation and skin conditions. Its unique phytochemical profile continues to intrigue modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Maytenus vitis-idaea
- Family: Celastraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Maytenus vitis-idaea, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Celastrales and the family Celastraceae. Finally, it is classified under the genus Maytenus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Celastrales | WCVP |
| Family | Celastraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Maytenus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Maytenus vitis-idaea, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the madi, while in Spanish, it is called madi. Within local linguistic groups, it is also identified as madi in many contexts, reflecting its widespread presence in certain ecological zones.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad presence across several regions of the South American continent. In Western South America, its range includes the country of Bolivia. Moving into Southern South America, it is widely distributed throughout the Northeast, Northwest, and South regions of Argentina. Additionally, the species can be found within the borders of Paraguay. Together, these locations define the specific geographical footprint of Maytenus vitis-idaea.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northeast | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina South | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Argentina Northwest | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Paraguay | WCVP |
| Southern South America | Uruguay | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Maytenus vitiensis (often referred to in botanical literature alongside its related species), utilizes its various structures for survival, but its roots serve as a vital foundation for nutrient and water absorption from the soil. While many medicinal applications of the genus focus on the leaves or stems, the roots play a fundamental role in the plant's overall physiological health and stability.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Maytenus vitis-idaea has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiproliferative.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |