Micromeria ericifolia
Micromeria ericifolia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Extensive (224 studies) · ★★★★★
Micromeria ericifolia, scientifically known as Micromeria ericifolia, is a resilient shrub native to tropical regions. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant possesses significant bioactive properties. Researchers are increasingly exploring its potential for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory applications, highlighting its importance in developing natural therapeutic treatments for various ailments.
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- Native range
- Africa
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- Scientific synonyms
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Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Micromeria ericifoliaDistribution
This plant exhibits a highly restricted geographical range within the Macaronesian region. Specifically, its distribution is confined to the unique island environments of the Canary Islands. Because it is endemic to this specific archipelago, it is not found naturally in other parts of the world. This localized presence makes the species a significant component of the islands' unique botanical landscape. Consequently, its survival is closely tied to the specific ecological conditions found throughout these volcanic islands.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Micromeria ericifolia has 46 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE, ALPHA-PINENE, ALPHA-THUJENE, Alpha terpinene, BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ALPHA-THUJENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Alpha terpinene | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-ELEMENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PHELLANDRENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-PINENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Borneol | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CAMPHENE | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Micromeria ericifolia has 132 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include (-)-Chronotropic, (-)-Inotropic, ACE-Inhibitor, AChE-Inhibitor, Acaricide.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-Chronotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (-)-Inotropic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ACE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| AChE-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acaricide | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelochemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allelopathic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Allergenic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |