Micromeria benthamii
Micromeria benthamii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Micromeria benthamii, scientifically known as Micromeria benthamii, is a versatile medicinal herb native to tropical regions. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is traditionally utilized in folk medicine to treat various ailments, including skin inflammations and digestive issues, offering significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Micromeria benthamiiDistribution
This plant is characterized by a highly specific and restricted geographical range. Its distribution is primarily centered within the Macaronesian region. Specifically, it can be found growing naturally on the Canary Islands. This limited occurrence suggests that the species is endemic to this particular volcanic archipelago. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the unique environmental conditions of this island habitat.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Micromeria benthamii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Micromeria benthamii has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |