Medusantha martiusii
Medusantha martiusii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Medusantha martiusii, scientifically known as Medusantha martiusii, is a remarkable medicinal plant valued for its diverse therapeutic properties. Found in specific tropical ecosystems, this species is traditionally utilized in herbal medicine to address various ailments. Exploring its phytochemical profile reveals significant potential for developing modern pharmacological treatments and natural remedies.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Leaves
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Mesosphaerum Brachyphyllum · Hyptis Martiusii · 2 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Medusantha martiusiiSynonyms
- Mesosphaerum brachyphyllum
- Hyptis martiusii
- Hyptis brachyphylla
- Mesosphaerum martiusii
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae, it is classified under the genus Medusantha. Specifically, it is known by the scientific name Medusantha martiusii.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Medusantha | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range within the country of Brazil. Its presence is documented across several distinct regions of the nation. Specifically, it can be found growing in the West-Central part of Brazil. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the Northeast region. Finally, its habitat extends into the Southeast territory of the country.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Medusantha martiusii, utilizes its leaves as a key structural and physiological component. These leaves are essential for capturing sunlight to drive photosynthesis, providing the energy necessary for the plant's growth and the production of its medicinal compounds. In many botanical studies, the leaf morphology and chemical composition are critical factors in identifying the plant and understanding its therapeutic potential.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Medusantha martiusii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-Cineole.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-Cineole | Saudi journal of biological sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Medusantha martiusii has 4 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antitumor, Antiulcerogenic, Insecticide.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Saudi journal of biological sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Saudi journal of biological sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiulcerogenic | Saudi journal of biological sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Insecticide | Saudi journal of biological sciences (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| EOHM | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oil of dried leaves | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| essential oil of the leaves | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |