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Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia

Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

, scientifically known as Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to various subtropical regions. Renowned in traditional ethnobotany, this plant possesses significant bioactive properties. It is frequently utilized for its diverse therapeutic potential, including its reputed ability to address various ailments through its unique phytochemical profile.

Family
Polygalaceae
Native range
Southern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Monnina Obtusifolia · Monnina Phillyreoides · 7 more

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Polygalaceae. Its specific taxonomic placement is defined by the genus Monnina, specifically as the variety salicifolia.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Fabales
Family Polygalaceae
Genus Monnina

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad presence across several regions of the South American continent. In Northern South America, its distribution includes the country of Venezuela. Moving toward the western portion of the continent, it is widely found across multiple nations. Specifically, it can be located within the borders of Colombia and Ecuador. Additionally, its range extends through Bolivia and Peru in Western South America.

Region Area
Northern South America Venezuela
Western South America Bolivia
Western South America Colombia
Western South America Ecuador
Western South America Peru

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,3,6-trihydroxy-2,5-dimethoxyxanthone.

Chemicals reported in Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
1,3,6-trihydroxy-2,5-dimethoxyxanthone 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

1,3,6-trihydroxy-2,5-dimethoxyxanthone

  1. Phytochemistry

Activities

Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antifungal.

Activities reported in Monnina salicifolia var. salicifolia
Activity Supporting sources Consensus
Antifungal 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Antifungal

  1. Phytochemistry