volcano monochaetum
Monochaetum vulcanicum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Volcano monochaetum, scientifically known as Monochaeetum vulcanicum, is a rare medicinal plant found exclusively in high-altitude volcanic regions. Renowned for its unique antioxidant properties, it is used in traditional healing to combat inflammation and support cellular regeneration. This resilient species offers profound potential for modern pharmacological research and development.
- Family
- Melastomataceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Volcano Monochaetum
- Scientific synonyms
- Monochaetum Carazoi · Monochaetum Vulcanicum F. Costaricense · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- volcano monochaetum
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Monochaetum vulcanicumSynonyms
- Monochaetum carazoi
- Monochaetum vulcanicum f. costaricense
- Monochaetum vulcanicum f. glandulosum
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- Vulkanröschen
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Myrtales and the family Melastomataceae. Finally, it is specifically identified by the genus Monochaetum.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Myrtales |
| Family | Melastomataceae |
| Genus | Monochaetum |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant, known as Monochaetum vulcanicum, possesses a very specific and limited geographical range. Its occurrence is primarily concentrated within the tropical regions of Central America. Specifically, researchers have documented its presence within the borders of Costa Rica. Because it is restricted to this particular area, it is considered an endemic species to this part of the world. Understanding this localized distribution is essential for the conservation of the species in its natural habitat.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Central America | Costa Rica |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Morphology
The morphology of Monochaetum vulcanicum is characterized by a woody structure that establishes it as a self-supporting shrub. Although the species exhibits a range of habitat affinities including aquatic and semiaquatic environments, its primary ecological expression is terrestrial. It functions as an independent organism rather than a parasite, and as an epiphyte, it remains strictly terrestrial in its growth habit. Unlike climbing vines or lianas, this plant is a self-supporting growth form, lacking both obligatory and facultative climbing mechanisms.
- Aquatic :
- terrestrial
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Epiphyte :
- terrestrial
- Growth form :
- shrub
- Parasite :
- independent
- Woodiness :
- woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Monochaetum vulcanicum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 2alpha-Hydroxyursolic acid, 3-(p-coumaroyl)ursolic acid, Ursolic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 2alpha-Hydroxyursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 3-(p-coumaroyl)ursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ursolic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
2alpha-Hydroxyursolic acid
- Journal of natural products
3-(p-coumaroyl)ursolic acid
- Journal of natural products
Ursolic acid
- Journal of natural products
Preparations
Monochaetum vulcanicum has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include butanone extract.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Butanone extract | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Butanone extract
- Journal of natural products